Moon

Robots Might Jump Around to Explore the Moon

LEAP (Legged Exploration of the Aristarchus Plateau) is a mission concept study, funded by ESA, to explore challenging lunar terrains…

2 years ago

The Moon’s Poles Have “Wandered” Over Billions of Years

Astronomers tracked the Moon's poles over billions of years.

2 years ago

NASA Chooses a Supplier to Build its Moonwalking Spacesuits

NASA announced they have chosen Axiom Space to build the spacesuits for the next astronauts to walk on the Moon.…

2 years ago

Bouncy Castles on the Moon. Inflated Habitats Might be the Best Way to Get Started on a Lunar Base

According to a new ESA-supported study, a lunar habitat made from prefabricated inflatable modules could lead to a sustained human…

2 years ago

Using “C-Shaped Wheels,” This Rover can Climb Over More Challenging Lunar Terrain

Student teams are an underappreciated resource in much of the scientific community. Joining a team working toward a goal while…

2 years ago

Here is Where Astronauts Might Land on the Moon

NASA has released a map that shows the thirteen possible locations where the Artemis III astronauts could land!

2 years ago

Artemis Astronauts Could Rely on Solar Cells Made out of Moon Dust

Researchers from TalTech have devised a cost-effective method for producing lightweight, flexible solar cells on the Moon!

2 years ago

South Korea’s First Orbital Mission to the Moon is on its Way

South Korea launched its first robotic mission to the Moon last week, as a SpaceX Falcon 9 successfully launched the…

2 years ago

Lava Tubes on the Moon Maintain Comfortable Room Temperatures Inside

Searching for a comfortable place to set up a research station on the Moon? Look no further than the interior…

2 years ago

Engineers are Testing how VIPER can Handle the Gnarliest Lunar Terrain

NASA's getting ready to send a VIPER to the Moon. Not the popular sports car but a rugged vehicle that…

2 years ago