It's almost here - the ARTEMIS II Mission could launch in less than two months!
NASA is making steady progress toward launching the Artemis II mission, the first crewed mission to lunar orbit in more than 54 years.
In this second part of our special on Artemis II, we analyze the latest program status, the challenges overcome (such as the government shutdown), and most importantly: what needs to happen in the coming weeks for NASA to decide to use the launch window that opens on February 5.
Key Points: The SLS is 100% assembled: The Orion (Integrity) capsule is now atop the SLS rocket, and hardware, communications, and telemetry connection checks have been completed.
Unique Mission Profile: The Artemis II flight plan differs from that of Artemis I. We explain the two upper stage ignitions (ICPS) and the trajectory to the Moon. How far from the Moon will the Orion capsule fly?
Critical Tests: What are the CDT (Countdown Demonstration Test) and the WDR (Wet Dress Rehearsal)? Why are the FTS (Flight Termination System) batteries key to rollout?
Science in Deep Space: Exclusive interview about the AVATAR project and how crew health will be analyzed in deep space for the first time in decades.
Apollo Splashdown: The use of helicopters and the recovery protocol near San Diego.
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