[Tree] NASA and Chinese scientists plan innovative lunar transportation systems

Version 1.78 (2024-08-18 02:11:17.683000)

updates: Integration of Chinese scientists' proposal for a magnetic launcher on the Moon

Version 1.77 (2024-06-15 12:42:49.612000)

updates: Information about Seatrec's new power source for underwater robots

Version 1.76 (2024-05-25 19:46:16.955000)

updates: Integration of new information about NASA's Innovative Advanced Concepts program advancing space technology projects

Version 1.75 (2024-05-22 19:46:31.412000)

updates: Added details about the FLOAT system, project leader, budget, and timeline

Version 1.74 (2024-05-15 03:08:41.190000)

updates: Integration of new information about the purpose and capacity of the lunar railway system, as well as NASA's efforts to develop new vehicle models for lunar exploration

Version 1.73 (2024-05-14 16:31:27.741000)

updates: NASA's plans to build the first lunar railway system using levitating robots

Version 1.72 (2024-05-11 00:47:52.111000)

updates: Integration of information about the high-tech railway system on the moon

Version 1.71 (2024-04-24 16:15:58.592000)

updates: The story now includes information about the collaboration between NASA and Nokia to establish 4G internet service on the moon

Version 1.7 (2024-04-24 16:14:35.037000)

updates: Collaboration with JAXA and details about the Lunar Cruiser's purpose and challenges

Version 1.69 (2024-04-16 02:08:02.289000)

updates: Integration of information about the collaboration between NASA, JAXA, and Toyota to send a Lunar Cruiser to the moon

Version 1.68 (2024-04-12 16:12:16.339000)

updates: Integration of information about the training of a robot to walk on the moon

Version 1.67 (2024-04-11 22:24:25.502000)

updates: Collaboration between NASA and Japan to send a pressurized rover to the moon

Version 1.66 (2024-04-05 13:59:44.889000)

updates: Integrates information about Intuitive Machines securing a $30M contract for lunar rover development

Version 1.65 (2024-04-05 04:45:51.536000)

updates: Integration of information about NASA's partnership with an aerospace company to develop a moon rover for the Artemis program

Version 1.64 (2024-04-04 16:22:44.101000)

updates: NASA has selected three companies to develop a lunar terrain vehicle for Moon exploration

Version 1.63 (2024-04-04 16:22:13.650000)

updates: NASA selects three companies for Artemis Moon rover contract

Version 1.62 (2024-04-04 16:21:57.143000)

updates: NASA selects three companies to compete for the contract

Version 1.61 (2024-04-04 16:21:13.929000)

updates: Integration of information about the selection of three companies to design a new lunar buggy for NASA's Artemis mission

Version 1.6 (2024-04-04 16:19:37.081000)

updates: NASA awards $30 million contract to Intuitive Machines for lunar rover development

Version 1.59 (2024-04-04 04:25:56.028000)

updates: Updated information on NASA's selection of companies for lunar self-driving vehicles

Version 1.58 (2024-04-04 04:25:23.780000)

updates: NASA selects three companies for Artemis Moon rover development

Version 1.57 (2024-04-04 04:25:07.539000)

updates: Integration of additional details about the companies involved and the timeline for the Artemis missions

Version 1.56 (2024-04-04 04:23:27.821000)

updates: The addition of information about the three firms selected for the development of the moon exploration vehicle

Version 1.55 (2024-04-04 04:22:04.782000)

updates: New information on the companies selected to build the LTV and its advanced technology

Version 1.54 (2024-04-04 04:21:53.406000)

updates: NASA selects three teams to develop LTV for Artemis missions

Version 1.53 (2024-04-04 04:20:39.972000)

updates: NASA awards contracts for lunar terrain vehicle

Version 1.52 (2024-04-03 22:22:39.837000)

updates: Three companies compete for next Moon rover

Version 1.51 (2024-03-29 23:00:26.230000)

updates: Information about NASA's plans to plant moon plants as part of the LEAF project

Version 1.5 (2024-03-29 11:54:46.112000)

updates: NASA releases first set of instruments for lunar surface deployment

Version 1.49 (2024-03-28 23:33:14.448000)

updates: New information about the Odysseus lander and lunar night

Version 1.48 (2024-03-27 17:51:08.940000)

updates: Information about the moonquake-measuring device for lunar surface

Version 1.47 (2024-03-27 17:50:17.980000)

updates: The privately-launched Moon lander named Odysseus has failed to wake up after a chaotic landing and is permanently dead.

Version 1.46 (2024-03-25 09:21:22.824000)

updates: Updated information on the status of the US Moon lander

Version 1.45 (2024-03-25 02:18:11.924000)

updates: The US Moon lander Odysseus has failed to 'wake up' after landing

Version 1.44 (2024-03-24 20:20:57.845000)

updates: The US Moon lander Odysseus has failed to 'wake up' after its historic landing on the Moon

Version 1.43 (2024-03-24 05:54:50.508000)

updates: Australian consortium unveils lunar rover prototype for Moon mission

Version 1.42 (2024-03-22 22:36:22.058000)

updates: Integration of ASU student team's selection as finalist for NASA's BIG Idea Challenge

Version 1.41 (2024-03-15 18:56:24.125000)

updates: Integration of NASA's test of the LN-1 navigation system with the Odysseus lander

Version 1.4 (2024-03-08 02:38:07.575000)

updates: Integrates new information about the United States and China's competition for lunar dominance

Version 1.39 (2024-03-03 16:00:20.612000)

updates: NASA's successful operation of new science instruments on the Moon, GUSTO balloon record, OSIRIS-APEX spacecraft achievements

Version 1.38 (2024-03-03 15:59:24.238000)

updates: Integration of NASA's historic lunar feats and achievements

Version 1.37 (2024-03-03 15:58:03.531000)

updates: New information about the cause of the lander's leg breakage

Version 1.36 (2024-03-03 05:14:26.240000)

updates: New information about the final transmission and discontinuation of the OSAM-1 project

Version 1.35 (2024-03-02 06:26:34.032000)

updates: The Odysseus lunar lander developed issues and stopped working due to a broken leg caused by a sideways landing. Investigations revealed an overlooked safety switch that remained inactive before launch.

Version 1.34 (2024-03-01 09:48:04.494000)

updates: The Odysseus moon lander broke its leg due to an overlooked safety switch

Version 1.33 (2024-03-01 09:47:12.026000)

updates: The Odysseus lunar lander developed issues and stopped working after tipping over at touchdown

Version 1.32 (2024-03-01 02:23:00.150000)

updates: The Odysseus lunar lander developed issues and stopped working after tipping over at touchdown

Version 1.31 (2024-03-01 02:21:57.328000)

updates: Lander experienced a hard landing and damaged landing gear

Version 1.3 (2024-03-01 00:17:04.737000)

updates: Intuitive Machines successfully completes IM-1 mission with lunar lander Odysseus

Version 1.29 (2024-02-29 18:29:01.760000)

updates: New images of the Odysseus lander on the Moon, successful data collection

Version 1.28 (2024-02-29 18:26:14.005000)

updates: Updates on the condition of the moon lander and its mission

Version 1.27 (2024-02-29 18:23:23.543000)

updates: New photos show catastrophic damage to the Moon lander

Version 1.26 (2024-02-29 01:24:32.367000)

updates: Updates on the lander's mission and plans for reactivation

Version 1.25 (2024-02-29 01:01:18.282000)

updates: Includes details about the successful landing and challenges faced by the Odysseus lunar lander

Version 1.24 (2024-02-29 00:58:33.194000)

updates: Additional details about the successful landing and objectives of the IM-1 mission

Version 1.23 (2024-02-29 00:58:19.373000)

updates: Mission declared a success despite hard landing

Version 1.22 (2024-02-28 08:38:30.981000)

updates: Updates on the status of the Odysseus lander's battery life

Version 1.21 (2024-02-28 06:19:34.938000)

updates: Integrating information about the growing space economy and the commercialization of space

Version 1.2 (2024-02-27 21:44:50.247000)

updates: Includes information about the time capsule and its contents

Version 1.19 (2024-02-27 18:21:02.495000)

updates: The Odysseus lunar lander is facing a countdown as it exhausts its battery life

Version 1.18 (2024-02-27 18:19:51.527000)

updates: Updates on the battery life of the Odysseus lander

Version 1.17 (2024-02-27 04:24:12.951000)

updates: The lander has sent back its first images from the Moon.

Version 1.16 (2024-02-27 03:25:55.336000)

updates: The Odysseus lander has sent back its first images of the moon after landing sideways

Version 1.15 (2024-02-27 03:24:36.686000)

updates: New information about the lander sending back images from the Moon

Version 1.14 (2024-02-27 03:22:17.580000)

updates: Lunar lander tipped over and stopped working

Version 1.13 (2024-02-27 03:21:06.042000)

updates: Lunar lander tipped over and stopped working

Version 1.12 (2024-02-26 23:20:51.532000)

updates: Sideways moon landing cuts Odysseus' mission short

Version 1.11 (2024-02-26 22:20:15.637000)

updates: The Odysseus lander tipped over during landing, hindering its operations

Version 1.1 (2024-02-26 13:31:43.337000)

updates: The story now includes details about the successful landing of the Odysseus lunar lander on the moon's south polar region, the navigation system failure during descent, the lander tipping over and ending up on its side, and President Biden's commendation of the achievement.

Version 1.09 (2024-02-26 13:29:25.746000)

updates: The Odysseus moon lander tipped over during landing, resting on its side near the moon's south pole. The lander is still able to communicate and send information back to Earth. The precise location and health of the lander are still being determined. The solar-powered lander is expected to operate for about a week before lunar nightfall. The mission aims to establish a sustainable presence on the moon and pave the way for future human exploration. [c7546ddd]

Version 1.08 (2024-02-25 20:07:52.840000)

updates: Lander tipped over, but still operational

Version 1.07 (2024-02-24 22:20:30.056000)

updates: The private US lunar lander tipped over at touchdown

Version 1.06 (2024-02-24 17:21:43.552000)

updates: President Biden's commendation of the US lunar landing

Version 1.05 (2024-02-24 15:17:38.803000)

updates: President Biden's commendation of the lunar landing

Version 1.04 (2024-02-24 11:26:14.864000)

updates: The lander tipped over and is lying on its side near the moon's south pole

Version 1.03 (2024-02-24 08:21:59.724000)

updates: The lander tipped over and ended up on its side near the moon's south pole

Version 1.02 (2024-02-24 04:21:19.697000)

updates: The lander tipped over and is lying on its side near the moon's south pole, hampering communications

Version 1.01 (2024-02-24 03:53:00.654000)

updates: Integrates new information about the lander tipping over and its current status

Version 1.0 (2024-02-24 03:52:29.482000)

updates: The Odysseus lander tipped over and is lying on its side near the moon's south pole, hampering communications and data transmission. The lander's location and health are still being determined. The solar-powered lander is expected to operate for about a week before lunar nightfall. The landing site was selected for its potential to support a future permanent lunar base. [3c6271de]

Version 0.99 (2024-02-24 03:51:52.964000)

updates: Odysseus lunar lander tips over on the moon's surface

Version 0.98 (2024-02-24 03:51:21.221000)

updates: The lander tipped over and ended up on its side near the moon's south pole, hampering communications

Version 0.97 (2024-02-24 03:50:46.450000)

updates: The lander tipped over and is lying on its side near the moon's south pole

Version 0.96 (2024-02-24 03:16:32.340000)

updates: Added details about the lander tipping over and its current location

Version 0.95 (2024-02-24 02:23:32.342000)

updates: The new information provides details about the lander's current status and its mission objectives

Version 0.94 (2024-02-23 22:20:47.413000)

updates: Details about the communication with the lander and its location

Version 0.93 (2024-02-23 21:18:41.203000)

updates: The lander's condition and location are being determined

Version 0.92 (2024-02-23 20:20:22.871000)

updates: Integrates new information about the successful landing and the challenges faced during the descent

Version 0.91 (2024-02-23 13:00:50.163000)

updates: The landing of Odysseus on the Moon's south pole

Version 0.9 (2024-02-23 12:58:46.765000)

updates: The story now includes information about the successful landing of Intuitive Machines' Odysseus on the moon, ending a series of failures by private groups attempting to land on the lunar surface. It also mentions the difficulties overcome by Intuitive Machines during the mission, including a communications breakdown and malfunctioning lasers. The story highlights the significance of the landing for future missions and the potential for a strong lunar economy. Additionally, it provides details about the contracts between Intuitive Machines and NASA for future moon landings, as well as the company's increased value.

Version 0.89 (2024-02-23 12:57:15.806000)

updates: Includes details about the successful landing of Odysseus and its significance in the IM-1 mission and NASA's Artemis program. Mentions the live-streaming of the landing attempt and the support from the Parkes Dish in Australia. Provides information about the Odysseus lander's encountered issue with range-finding lasers and the private and science payloads it carries. Incorporates the news of the successful landing of the US-built spacecraft Odysseus, marking the first US Moon trip since 1972 and its role in NASA's Artemis project.

Version 0.88 (2024-02-22 23:13:41.845000)

updates: Includes details about the landing attempt, the significance of the mission, and the technical issue encountered by the lander

Version 0.87 (2024-02-22 23:13:20.695000)

updates: Successful landing of Intuitive Machines' Odysseus on the moon

Version 0.86 (2024-02-22 23:12:34.524000)

updates: Integrates new information about the landing attempt and its significance

Version 0.85 (2024-02-22 23:11:33.867000)

updates: The private lunar lander Odysseus successfully touches down on the moon's surface

Version 0.84 (2024-02-22 23:11:18.459000)

updates: Added details about the lunar lander's journey and upcoming landing

Version 0.83 (2024-02-22 23:11:02.940000)

updates: Incorporated information about the issues encountered by Odysseus during its descent

Version 0.82 (2024-02-22 23:10:09)

updates: The Odysseus lunar lander successfully lands on the moon

Version 0.81 (2024-02-22 23:09:54.776000)

updates: Incorporated information from The Washington Post about the attempt being the first by a commercial spacecraft

Version 0.8 (2024-02-22 23:09:31.710000)

updates: Inclusion of specific details about the landing attempt and additional information from Yahoo News

Version 0.79 (2024-02-22 23:08:57.273000)

updates: Updated information on the landing attempt and its significance

Version 0.78 (2024-02-22 23:08:42.535000)

updates: New details about the landing attempt and the challenges faced by the spacecraft

Version 0.77 (2024-02-22 23:08:21.166000)

updates: Updated information on the landing attempt and mission details

Version 0.76 (2024-02-22 06:56:35.771000)

updates: Updated information on the landing attempt at the Moon's South Pole

Version 0.75 (2024-02-22 06:55:35.118000)

updates: Includes details about the landing attempt and the payloads on board Odysseus

Version 0.74 (2024-02-22 06:24:25.328000)

updates: The private U.S. spacecraft has successfully entered orbit around the moon, setting the stage for a historic moon landing attempt.

Version 0.73 (2024-02-22 04:23:39.880000)

updates: Intuitive Machines' Odysseus lander successfully enters lunar orbit

Version 0.72 (2024-02-22 01:24:01.056000)

updates: Details about the upcoming moon landing attempt by Intuitive Machines

Version 0.71 (2024-02-22 00:27:39.761000)

updates: Includes information about the successful entry into orbit and upcoming landing attempt

Version 0.7 (2024-02-21 19:24:25.726000)

updates: Integration of new information about the successful entry of Odysseus into orbit and upcoming landing attempt

Version 0.69 (2024-02-21 17:57:48.489000)

updates: Integrates new information about the successful entry of Intuitive Machines' spacecraft into orbit around the moon and the upcoming landing attempt near the moon's south pole. Mentions the failure of Astrobotic Technology's lunar lander and the delay in NASA's crewed moon landing target date. Adds information about Intuitive Machines' future missions to the lunar south pole.

Version 0.68 (2024-02-21 17:56:25.914000)

updates: Intuitive Machines' Odysseus spacecraft successfully enters orbit around the moon

Version 0.67 (2024-02-21 17:56:14.596000)

updates: Intuitive Machines' Odysseus spacecraft successfully enters orbit around the moon

Version 0.66 (2024-02-21 16:18:49.264000)

updates: Intuitive Machines' Odysseus spacecraft successfully enters orbit around the moon

Version 0.65 (2024-02-21 02:43:36.528000)

updates: Integration of new information about the successful landing and first images transmitted by Odysseus spacecraft

Version 0.64 (2024-02-21 02:43:12.112000)

updates: Intuitive Machines' Odysseus spacecraft successfully transmits first images of Earth

Version 0.63 (2024-02-21 02:42:48.587000)

updates: New information about the successful landing of Odysseus spacecraft near the lunar south pole

Version 0.62 (2024-02-21 02:29:34.024000)

updates: Successful landing of Intuitive Machines' Odysseus spacecraft near lunar south pole

Version 0.61 (2024-02-21 02:20:27.957000)

updates: Successful landing of Intuitive Machines' Odysseus spacecraft

Version 0.6 (2024-02-18 20:22:31.248000)

updates: Updates on IM-1 mission's progress and objectives

Version 0.59 (2024-02-18 06:12:24.848000)

updates: Updated information on the launch and mission details

Version 0.58 (2024-02-16 21:07:09.802000)

updates: Includes additional details about the launch and mission objectives

Version 0.57 (2024-02-16 21:05:51.841000)

updates: Launch details and additional information on the mission

Version 0.56 (2024-02-16 13:21:55.670000)

updates: Additional details about the mission and its objectives

Version 0.55 (2024-02-16 03:20:41.075000)

updates: Updated information on the launch and mission details

Version 0.54 (2024-02-16 00:20:32.477000)

updates: The new information provides additional details about the mission, including the payloads carried by the lander and the significance of the mission for lunar exploration. It also mentions the delay in NASA's target date for a crewed moon landing and provides information about the previous failure of a private firm's lunar lander. Additionally, it highlights the specific location where the lander is expected to touch down and the future missions planned by Intuitive Machines. The new information also includes details about the private U.S. company's plan to land near the Moon's south pole and the experiments and payloads carried by the lander. It also mentions the countries that have previously achieved lunar landings and the fact that no private business has done so yet.

Version 0.53 (2024-02-15 18:47:55.704000)

updates: The Odysseus lunar lander has been successfully launched for a moon landing attempt

Version 0.52 (2024-02-15 18:46:32.674000)

updates: Integrates new information about the launch and landing attempt of Intuitive Machines' lunar lander Odysseus

Version 0.51 (2024-02-15 15:41:23.990000)

updates: Updated information on the successful launch of Intuitive Machines' Odysseus Lunar Lander to the Moon's South Pole

Version 0.5 (2024-02-15 06:47:29.750000)

updates: Updated information on launch details and mission objectives

Version 0.49 (2024-02-15 06:47:12.173000)

updates: Includes additional details about the launch and mission objectives

Version 0.48 (2024-02-15 06:46:54.985000)

updates: Integrates new information about the launch and details about the lunar lander mission

Version 0.47 (2024-02-15 06:46:25.302000)

updates: Mission successfully lands lunar lander Odysseus on the Moon

Version 0.46 (2024-02-15 06:46:14.925000)

updates: Integrates new information about the successful launch of the lunar lander Odysseus by SpaceX

Version 0.45 (2024-02-15 06:45:58.720000)

updates: Private lunar lander 'Odysseus' successfully launched by Intuitive Machines

Version 0.44 (2024-02-15 06:45:09.340000)

updates: Private lunar lander Odysseus launched on SpaceX rocket

Version 0.43 (2024-02-15 06:44:36.818000)

updates: Integrates new information about the launch of the Nova-C lunar lander and the Odysseus lunar lander by Intuitive Machines and SpaceX

Version 0.42 (2024-02-15 06:44:16.869000)

updates: The story now includes information about the launch of the Odysseus lunar lander developed by Intuitive Machines.

Version 0.41 (2024-02-15 06:44:06.656000)

updates: The Nova-C lunar lander successfully launches to the Moon with NASA science payloads

Version 0.4 (2024-02-14 16:55:22.587000)

updates: The IM-1 mission launch has been postponed to February 15, 2024.

Version 0.39 (2024-02-14 16:54:36.448000)

updates: The launch of Intuitive Machines' Odysseus lander has been postponed again due to a methane fuel issue. The next launch opportunity is scheduled for February 15, 2024. Another private firm, Astrobotic Technology, recently experienced a propulsion system leak on its lunar lander. Intuitive Machines' IM-1 lunar lander aims to be the first-ever private spacecraft to land softly on the lunar surface on February 22. Intuitive Machines has two more missions planned for 2024, with the IM-2 mission scheduled to land at the lunar south pole.

Version 0.38 (2024-02-14 16:52:34.549000)

updates: Integrates information about billionaire-backed companies involved in NASA's CLPS program

Version 0.37 (2024-02-14 10:52:13.487000)

updates: Further details on the methane fuel issue and the rescheduled launch date

Version 0.36 (2024-02-14 08:02:30.326000)

updates: Launch date rescheduled to February 15

Version 0.35 (2024-02-14 08:01:52.771000)

updates: Updated information on the delay and mission objectives

Version 0.34 (2024-02-14 08:01:05.166000)

updates: Integration of new information about the methane fuel issue

Version 0.33 (2024-02-14 08:00:46.927000)

updates: Postponement of launch due to technical glitch

Version 0.32 (2024-02-14 08:00:26.934000)

updates: Postponement of the mission due to off-nominal methane temperatures

Version 0.31 (2024-02-14 07:59:17.496000)

updates: Intuitive Machines to launch private moon lander for first U.S. lunar touchdown in over 50 years

Version 0.3 (2024-01-20 01:45:54.601000)

updates: Information about investigation and upcoming mission added

Version 0.29 (2024-01-20 01:41:39.549000)

updates: Includes additional details about the failed mission and future attempts

Version 0.28 (2024-01-19 13:37:23.910000)

updates: Failed moon landing due to propellant leak, explosion, and loss of contact

Version 0.27 (2024-01-19 08:44:50.018000)

updates: Added details about the explosion and loss of contact with the spaceship

Version 0.26 (2024-01-19 02:47:03.993000)

updates: US spaceship lost over South Pacific

Version 0.25 (2024-01-10 07:16:24.444000)

updates: Valve fault caused the failure of the lunar lander mission

Version 0.24 (2024-01-10 02:16:23.041000)

updates: Mission abandoned due to critical fuel loss

Version 0.23 (2024-01-09 19:18:51.673000)

updates: Mission abandoned due to critical fuel loss

Version 0.22 (2024-01-09 04:46:09.459000)

updates: Mission abandonment due to fuel loss

Version 0.21 (2024-01-09 04:45:14.066000)

updates: Peregrine lunar lander mission abandoned due to fuel loss

Version 0.2 (2024-01-09 00:21:34.757000)

updates: The US lunar lander successfully launches on a private mission

Version 0.19 (2024-01-08 23:46:10.023000)

updates: Includes information about the Peregrine Mission One and its scientific objectives

Version 0.18 (2024-01-08 15:17:55.758000)

updates: Updated information on the launch of the Vulcan Centaur rocket and the Peregrine Lunar Lander mission

Version 0.17 (2024-01-08 14:51:59.731000)

updates: Launch details, additional information about payload and mission goals

Version 0.16 (2024-01-08 14:50:45.411000)

updates: Includes details about the payloads, ULA's plans for the Vulcan Centaur, and the controversy surrounding the human remains

Version 0.15 (2024-01-08 14:49:26.664000)

updates: Includes controversy over human remains on the spacecraft

Version 0.14 (2024-01-08 12:17:17.090000)

updates: Integration of new information about the Peregrine Lunar Lander mission

Version 0.13 (2024-01-08 09:21:02.115000)

updates: Updated information on the successful launch of the US-made rocket

Version 0.12 (2024-01-08 08:15:16.276000)

updates: Private industry leading America's Moon landing since Apollo

Version 0.11 (2024-01-07 22:18:30.286000)

updates: Private industry leading America's Moon landing since Apollo

Version 0.1 (2024-01-07 15:18:13.946000)

updates: Private industry leading the Moon landing

Version 0.09 (2024-01-06 22:15:47.114000)

updates: Two private companies, Astrobotic Technology and Intuitive Machines, are preparing to launch moon landers as part of a NASA-supported effort to kick-start commercial moon deliveries. Astrobotic Technology is scheduled to launch its lander on Monday, January 8th, aboard United Launch Alliance's Vulcan rocket. Intuitive Machines aims to launch its lander in mid-February, hitching a flight with SpaceX. Japan's space agency will also attempt a moon landing in two weeks. If successful, Japan will become the fifth country to achieve a lunar landing. Astrobotic and Intuitive Machines are competing to be the first private entity to land on the moon. The companies received nearly $80 million each in 2019 under a NASA program to develop lunar delivery services. Astrobotic's lander, named Peregrine, will carry 20 research packages to the moon, including five for NASA and a rover for Carnegie Mellon University. Intuitive Machines' lander, named Nova-C, will carry five experiments for NASA and target the moon's south polar region. Landing near the moon's south pole is challenging due to its rocky and craggy terrain. Both companies plan to make subsequent missions to the south pole, with Astrobotic carrying NASA's water-seeking Viper rover and Intuitive Machines delivering an ice drill for NASA.

Version 0.08 (2024-01-05 00:39:55.044000)

updates: Introduces the private companies attempting US moon landings

Version 0.07 (2023-12-26 03:26:55.118000)

updates: Japan's spacecraft successfully enters lunar orbit

Version 0.06 (2023-12-08 07:58:40.683000)

updates: Integration of Japan's moon landing mission

Version 0.05 (2023-12-05 04:00:59.340000)

updates: New information about the Peregrine mission and the challenges faced by the Artemis program

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updates: Updated information on the date of the Moon landing attempt

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updates: Updates on the Peregrine mission and challenges in the Artemis program

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updates: Confirmation of the US's Moon landing attempt on January 25

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updates: Confirmation of US return to the Moon on January 25

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