Astrobotic's Peregrine Mission to Carry NASA Science Experiments to the Moon
Liftoff Scheduled for No Earlier than December 24, 2023
Astrobotic's Peregrine lunar lander is scheduled to launch no earlier than December 24, 2023, on a United Launch Alliance (ULA) Vulcan Centaur rocket. The mission will be the first commercial robotic flight to the Moon and will carry a suite of NASA science experiments.
Science Experiments The experiments will investigate a variety of topics, including lunar geology, space radiation, and the lunar regolith.
One experiment will measure the composition of the lunar surface. This data will help scientists understand the Moon's formation and history.
Another experiment will test new technologies for growing plants in space. This research could lead to the development of sustainable food sources for future lunar missions.
A third experiment will study the effects of space radiation on living cells. This data will help scientists develop protective measures for future astronauts.
Significance of the Mission The Peregrine mission is a major milestone in the Artemis program.
The mission will demonstrate the capabilities of commercial space companies to deliver payloads to the Moon.
The data collected by the mission will advance our scientific understanding of the Moon.
This is an exciting time for space exploration!
Additional Information
For more information about the Peregrine mission, please visit the Astrobotic website: https://www.astrobotic.com/astrobotic-unveils-peregrine-lunar-lander-flight-model/
For more information about the Artemis program, please visit the NASA website: https://www.nasa.gov/specials/artemis-i/