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Artemis Programme

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science-and-exploration1 year ago

"Gateway's Lunar I-Hab Reaches New Milestone"

ESA and NASA astronauts, in collaboration with Thales Alenia Space, have conducted critical Human-in-the-Loop (HITL) tests on the Lunar I-Hab module in Turin, Italy. These tests, involving full-scale mock-ups, aim to assess and improve the ergonomics and habitability of the module, which is part of the Gateway and the Artemis programme. Feedback from experienced astronauts will guide design improvements, ensuring the module supports life and operations effectively. This milestone marks significant progress in the European contribution to lunar exploration.

space-exploration2 years ago

"NASA Chief Offers Support for India's Space Ambitions, Including Astronaut Program and Space Station"

NASA chief Bill Nelson, who is also a senator, stated that flying into space is a valuable experience for any politician and suggested that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a "space aficionado," could potentially become an astronaut. Nelson emphasized the importance of international cooperation in space missions, including India's role in the Artemis Programme, which aims to establish a sustained presence on the Moon and prepare for human missions to Mars. He also highlighted the upcoming launch of the NISAR satellite, a joint venture between NASA and ISRO, which will monitor climate change and earth deformation.