"NASA's Lunar Nuclear Reactor Project Gains Momentum"

NASA's Fission Surface Power Project, aimed at developing a small nuclear fission reactor to generate electricity on the lunar surface, has completed its initial phase with three $5 million contracts awarded to commercial partners. The project seeks to create a system that can support lunar bases for a decade and serve as a pathway for similar systems on Mars. The reactor designs are expected to provide a reliable power source during the 14-night-long lunar night and are part of NASA's Artemis program, with plans for deployment on the Moon in the early 2030s.