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Lunar Time Zone

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space-exploration1 year ago

NASA's Mission: Establishing a Lunar Time Zone

NASA and the European Space Agency are working to establish a standardized time system for the moon to coordinate future lunar missions, including the Artemis program. This initiative, supported by the White House, aims to address the unique challenges of the moon's environment and ensure precise navigation, communication, and synchronization for international and private lunar activities. The goal is to implement this system by 2026, facilitating the success of multi-national lunar missions and future space exploration endeavors.

space-exploration1 year ago

NASA's Mission to Establish a Lunar Time Zone

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.