The Constellation Cancellation and Artemis Ambitions

This chapter explores the factors leading to the cancellation of the Constellation Project by the U.S. government in 2010 and the subsequent shift in NASA's strategy towards commercial partnerships. It highlights the challenges of balancing innovation, political support, and funding while detailing the evolution of the Artemis program and the development of the Space Launch System (SLS). The chapter also outlines ambitious mission plans aimed at lunar exploration and future endeavors towards Mars.