NASA's Mission to Establish a Lunar Time Zone
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NASA and the European Space Agency are working to establish a standardized lunar time zone to coordinate upcoming international and private lunar missions. This initiative, part of the Artemis program, aims to address the logistical challenges posed by the moon's 29.5 Earth-day cycle and ensure precise navigation, communication, and synchronization for successful lunar operations.
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