Nature Podcast
Audio long read: How NASA astronauts are training to walk on the Moon in 2026
Jun 28, 2024
NASA astronauts are training for a 2026 Moon mission with rigorous geological simulations in Arizona. They practice collecting rocks and soil in moonwalking simulations to make the most of their time on the lunar surface. Future plans include debriefings, data finalization, and smaller tests for the Artemis program.
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- NASA astronauts train for Artemis 3 by simulating moonwalks in Arizona for geological exploration.
- Artemis program faces funding challenges but aims to intensify scientific research on the moon.
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NASA Astronauts Training for Moon Exploration
NASA astronauts like Kate Rubins are training for the Artemis 3 mission to land on the moon's surface. The training involves lunar simulations in Arizona, with efforts to understand the lunar landscape and improve geological exploration. The Artemis program aims not only at safely sending astronauts to the moon but also at intensifying scientific research. By incorporating field geology training, NASA prepares its astronauts for the challenges of exploring novel lunar terrains.
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