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Buy me to the moon
Jan 19, 2024
Christian Davenport, a space reporter for The Washington Post, dives into the evolving landscape of space exploration. He discusses NASA's shift towards relying on private companies for rockets and lunar missions. The conversation highlights the role of the Artemis program and its significant milestones aimed at returning astronauts to the moon. Davenport also explores the implications of commercializing space travel and the ongoing collaboration with international partners amidst geopolitical tensions. Lastly, he touches on the International Space Station's role in future space endeavors.
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- The Biden administration continues to support the Artemis program, marking the first time since the Apollo era that subsequent presidential administrations have embraced a mission to the moon.
- NASA is increasingly turning to the commercial space sector, dominated by companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin, to achieve its moon missions and harness the growing capabilities of the commercial space sector.
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NASA's Artemis Program Faces Delays in Moon Missions
NASA's Artemis program, which aims to return astronauts to the moon, has faced significant delays. Originally planned for 2024, the target dates for the Artemis 2 and Artemis 3 missions have now been pushed back to September 2025 and September 2026, respectively. These delays have raised questions about the cause and feasibility of the ambitious timeline set by the Trump administration. Despite the setbacks, the Biden administration continues to support the Artemis program, marking the first time since the Apollo era that subsequent presidential administrations have embraced a mission to the moon.
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