Exploration of the Moon through the Artemis Campaign

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 Exploration of the Moon through the Artemis Campaign


NASA, along with its partners, is working hard to develop systems that are foundational for long-term exploration of the Moon through their Artemis campaign.


Missions of Artemis Campaign


The Artemis campaign consists of multiple missions that aim to establish a sustained human presence on the Moon. The first mission, Artemis I, is set to launch in 2021 and will be an uncrewed flight test of the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion spacecraft. The second mission, Artemis II, will be the first crewed mission and will fly around the Moon without landing. The Artemis III mission will be the first to land near the Moon's South Pole, and the Artemis IV mission will see astronauts living and working in Gateway, the first lunar space station.


Gateway: The First Lunar Space Station


The Gateway will be a vital component of NASA's Artemis campaign. This station will provide new opportunities for science and prepare humans for their journey to Mars. The mission will require a complex choreography of multiple launches and spacecraft dockings in lunar orbit and will feature NASA's more powerful version of the SLS rocket and new mobile launcher.


International and Commercial Partnership


NASA is partnering with international and commercial entities to establish the Gateway. These partnerships will help accelerate scientific research on the Moon's surface and in lunar orbit aboard Gateway. Additionally, these partnerships will help in developing a sustainable architecture for human exploration that leverages the capabilities of various partners.


Docking Ports and Instruments for Scientific Investigations


Gateway will have docking ports for a variety of visiting spacecraft as well as space for the crew to live, work, and prepare for lunar surface missions. The station will also have instruments for scientific investigations to study heliophysics, human health, life sciences, and other areas. The Gateway's location in lunar orbit offers scientists and researchers a unique vantage point to conduct observations and measurements that would not be possible from the lunar surface.


Conclusion


In conclusion, the Artemis campaign is a significant step towards humans establishing a sustained presence on the Moon and paving the way for future missions to Mars. The Gateway will be a critical component of this campaign, and international and commercial partnerships will be crucial in establishing a sustainable architecture for human exploration. The Gateway's location in lunar orbit will provide unprecedented opportunities for scientific research and exploration, making it an exciting time for space exploration.

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