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science2 years ago•2 min saved

"ULA's Vulcan Rocket Launches First US Moon Mission in Decades with Science and Human Remains Aboard"

The United Launch Alliance's Vulcan Centaur rocket successfully launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida, marking the first U.S. moon mission in decades. This launch is a significant step in the effort to challenge SpaceX's dominance in the space launch market, with the Vulcan rocket set to replace older models and support national security missions. The successful launch paves the way for upcoming debut orbital launches from other companies, including Arianespace and Blue Origin.

via The New York Times|

#moon-launch #science #space-exploration

space2 years ago•1 min saved

"NASA's Astrobotic and ULA Collaborate for Historic Robotic Artemis Moon Launch"

NASA is inviting media to cover the first commercial robotic flight to the Moon's surface as part of the CLPS initiative and Artemis program. Astrobotic's Peregrine lander will be launched on ULA's Vulcan rocket in December 2023, carrying NASA and commercial payloads. The mission aims to develop capabilities for lunar exploration and gather scientific data ahead of crewed Artemis missions. Media accreditation is open until December 8 for U.S. citizens and November 9 for international media.

via NASA|

#artemis-program #astrobotic #commercial-lunar-payload-services