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SLIM lander's precise 'moon sniper' tech will lend itself to future lunar missions
The technology that enabled SLIM's precision moon landing could assist future touchdowns by allowing spacecraft to land in relatively small areas amid rocky or uneven terrain.
Nuclear power on the moon: NASA wraps up 1st phase of ambitious reactor project
NASA is wrapping up the design phase of a project to develop concepts for a small, electricity-generating nuclear fission reactor for use on the moon.
Japan's SLIM moon lander snaps final photos before going dormant during lunar night
Japan's historic SLIM moon lander has powered down ahead of a likely mission-ending cold lunar nighttime — but not before grabbing some final images and loads of science data.
Japan's upside-down SLIM moon lander wakes up on lunar surface and snaps new photos
Japan's first moon lander is furiously doing science after staying asleep for more than a week. How long it can keep going remains unclear.
The moon could be perfect for cutting-edge telescopes — but not if we don't protect it
Moon-based telescopes would allow astronomers to conduct cutting-edge science. But given how busy the moon is getting, will the lunar surface be free enough from interference?
NASA orbiter spies Japan's struggling SLIM moon lander on lunar surface (photo)
NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter captured an image of Japan's SLIM moon lander as it rests upside down on the lunar surface.
Our shrinking moon could cause moonquakes near Artemis astronauts' landing site, scientists warn
As Artemis 3 nears its 2026 launch date, geologists worry about whether moonquakes and lunar landslides will impact landing.
Belgium signs Artemis Accords for responsible moon exploration
Belgium signed the Artemis Accords on Tuesday (Jan. 23), becoming the 34th nation to become part of the moon-exploration framework.
