University of Colorado Boulder scientists are participating in five lander missions to the moon in the next few years to conduct science experiments and test technology, helping NASA prepare to
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'We're disappointed in the outcome': NASA shares photo of sideways Intuitive Machines moon lander, which died 12 hours after touchdownThe second moon landing attempt by Texas-based Intuitive Machines has ended much like the first, with its Athena lander falling sideways into a crater and shutting down after 12 hours.
The IM-2 lander is believed to have reached the moon's south pole region, but its precise position and location are unclear. Its intended landing area was Mons Mouton, an area believed to have water ice deposits. Here's a look at the mission profile showing the lander's journey from its Feb. 26 launch to today's arrival on the moon:
The total lunar eclipse on March 13-14 will plunge moon missions into darkness. What will happen to the lunar spacecraft?
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Shooting for the moon, Intuitive Machines to launch daring lunar lander for NASA on Feb. 26Intuitive Machines is poised to launch its second lunar lander in as many years, marking a significant milestone in commercial space exploration.
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