"Resurrected: Japan's Moon Lander Captures Stunning New Lunar Images"

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Japan's Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM) has come back to life on the Moon after a slight mishap during landing left it on its side, preventing its solar panels from powering up. The lander has resumed its scientific mission, exceeding expectations by achieving a precision landing within 55 meters of its target. SLIM has deployed rovers, named rocks after dog breeds, and started analyzing the surface using spectroscopy. Additionally, NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter has photographed SLIM from orbit, capturing the effects of its rocket on the lunar surface. SLIM will now work to conduct its science mission before the lunar night sets in.
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