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spaceflight2 years ago•6 min saved

Artemis II Astronauts Prepare for Moon Mission with Successful Launch Day Demonstration

The Artemis 2 moon crew, consisting of NASA commander Reid Wiseman, NASA pilot Victor Glover, NASA mission specialist Christina Koch, and the Canadian Space Agency's Jeremy Hansen, conducted a launch simulation at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in preparation for their upcoming moon mission. The crew donned spacesuits, drove to the launch pad, and climbed the mobile launcher that will eventually bring them inside the Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft. This rehearsal helps prepare the team for the operations needed for the historic moon launch, which will be the first with humans onboard in 50 years.

via Space.com|

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space2 years ago•5 min saved

Artemis II: NASA's Moon Mission Prep and Simulation at Naval Base San Diego

NASA has begun simulations for the Artemis II mission, the first crewed mission of the Artemis program, focusing on propellant loading and the terminal countdown. These simulations are crucial for troubleshooting potential issues and ensuring crew safety. The training team within the Exploration Ground Systems Program throws various scenarios at the launch team to prepare them for different situations. The simulations also help update the launch control system and inform the timing of operations. The Artemis II crew did not participate in the recent simulation, but teams across NASA centers are preparing for integrated simulations closer to launch. These simulations are essential for future Artemis missions and NASA's goal of establishing a long-term presence on the Moon.

via SciTechDaily|

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