Tag: Moon Exploration
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ESA Astronauts Complete Helicopter Training Ahead of Lunar Missions
ESA Astronauts Finish Helicopter Training Ahead of Moon Missions Four European Space Agency astronauts have completed a three-week helicopter training course with the German Bundeswehr, marking a significant step in Europe’s preparations for crewed lunar operations. The hands-on programme at the International Helicopter Training Centre in Bückeburg, Germany, is designed to mirror the real-world challenges…
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A New Era of Lunar Exploration: Canada Heads to the Moon
Canada’s Moment in the Moon Quest Canada is stepping into a new era of lunar exploration, led by astronaut Jeremy Hansen and driven by a national network of research institutions, universities, and industry partners. This growing effort positions Canada at the forefront of the coming chapter of human space exploration, where humans and robots will…
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Adelaide Space Spider to Moon 2026: SA student design
Adelaide is poised to leave a lasting imprint on space exploration as Fleet Space Technologies unveils the SPIDER device adorned with a design by a South Australian student, Vatsal Thakkar. The winning artwork has been 3D printed onto the shell of the Seismic Payload for Interplanetary Discovery, Exploration, and Research, or SPIDER, a compact yet…
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NASA’s 2026 Lunabotics Challenge: Innovating Lunar Construction
Introduction to the 2026 Lunabotics Challenge NASA has officially launched its 2026 Lunabotics Challenge, inviting teams and individuals to contribute innovative ideas for robotic builders designed specifically for the moon. This exciting initiative aims to enhance lunar exploration and pave the way for future construction on the moon’s surface. What Is the Lunabotics Challenge? The…
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NASA Awards $1.8 Billion Contract for Artemis Moon Program to Ascend Aerospace
Houston, the heart of space exploration, has become the focal point of NASA’s latest ambitious push into outer space with its Artemis moon program. In a groundbreaking move, NASA has awarded a $1.8 billion contract to Ascend Aerospace, a Florida-based contractor, highlighting the agency’s commitment to sustainable lunar exploration. The Artemis program, named after the…