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science-and-technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"Vulcan's Maiden Voyage: Peregrine Lander Ignites Commercial Moon Era"

The United Launch Alliance's new Vulcan Centaur rocket is set to launch its first mission from Cape Canaveral, carrying the Peregrine lunar lander built by Astrobotic Technology. The mission is part of NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services program and aims to deliver experiments to the moon's surface. The Vulcan rocket seeks to capture more of the commercial market and requires two successful launches for Space Force certification. The payload includes human ashes and DNA, which has sparked controversy with the Navajo Nation due to the cultural and spiritual significance of the moon. NASA is not directly involved with the commercial payloads, but an intergovernmental meeting is being arranged to address the concerns.

via The New York Times|

##moonlander #navajonationcontroversy

science-and-technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Peregrine's Inaugural Launch Marks Dawn of Commercial Moon Landings"

United Launch Alliance's Vulcan Centaur rocket is set to make its debut launch on January 8, carrying the private Peregrine moon lander. This marks the first mission for both the Vulcan rocket and the Peregrine lander, with the latter aiming to be the first private spacecraft to land on the moon. The launch will be broadcast live from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, and the mission is part of NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services program. The mission has faced criticism from the Navajo Nation for including human remains as part of the payloads, which they consider a desecration of a sacred space.

via Space.com|

##moonlander #peregrine

science-and-technology2 years ago•4 min saved

"United Launch Alliance's Vulcan Rocket Primed for Maiden Voyage to the Moon"

United Launch Alliance (ULA) is set to launch its first Vulcan Centaur rocket on January 8, 2024, from Cape Canaveral, carrying the Peregrine moon lander for NASA's CLPS initiative. This marks a significant milestone for ULA as it seeks to re-establish itself in the competitive launch market dominated by companies like SpaceX. The Vulcan Centaur has faced delays and challenges, including an explosion during testing, but now has a backlog of 70 launches. ULA is also exploring rocket reusability and adapting the Vulcan for different types of missions. Amidst these developments, rumors of ULA's potential sale, with interest from companies including Blue Origin, add to the anticipation surrounding the upcoming launch.

via Space.com|

##moonlander #rocketlaunch

science-and-technology2 years ago•6 min saved

"Vulcan Rocket's Inaugural Launch with Historic US Moon Lander Set for Monday"

United Launch Alliance (ULA) is set to launch its inaugural Vulcan Centaur rocket on January 8 at 2:18 a.m. EST from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, carrying Astrobotic's Peregrine moon lander. This marks the first test flight of the Vulcan Centaur and the first private mission to attempt a moon landing. The launch window extends for 45 minutes, with backup dates on January 9, 10, and 11. The mission will carry six NASA experiments and other payloads, including human DNA samples and cremated remains. The launch can be watched live online through NASA and ULA's webcasts starting at 1:30 a.m. EST. If the launch does not occur within the four-day window, the next opportunity will be on January 23.

via Space.com|

##astrobotic #moonlander

science-and-technology2 years ago•4 min saved

"Pittsburgh's Astrobotic Aims for Historic US Moon Landing Since Apollo Era"

The Peregrine mission, the first US moon lander since the Apollo era, is set to launch from Cape Canaveral, aiming for a lunar landing on February 23. This commercial mission by Astrobotic, carrying both NASA instruments and private payloads, marks a significant step in the commercialization of space exploration. The mission is part of NASA's CLPS initiative to deliver scientific equipment to the moon and includes a diverse array of cargo, from scientific instruments to a copy of Wikipedia and even human remains. Despite the high risks associated with lunar landings, the mission's success could pave the way for future lunar exploration and resource utilization.

via The Guardian|

##astrobotic #clps