Morning Brew Daily The Race to the Moon is Back On & Why SF is Slowing It's Roll on Robotaxis
Aug 21, 2023
The race to the moon is heating up again, as new missions from Russia and India spark renewed competition. Meanwhile, Meta's news ban in Canada raises concerns about information sharing, especially regarding wildfires. In San Francisco, the rollout of autonomous robotaxis faces hurdles due to increasing accidents and public safety worries. Also, the surprising rise of supermarket sushi is discussed, alongside exciting stories from the sports world, including Lionel Messi's game-changing arrival at Inter Miami.
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New Space Race
- Several countries are racing to land spacecraft on the moon's south pole.
- Russia crashed, but India will attempt a landing soon.
South Pole Challenges
- Landing on the moon's south pole is difficult due to darkness, craters, and lack of flat landing areas.
- Water on the moon is crucial for rocket fuel, supporting deeper space exploration.
In-Situ Resource Utilization
- In-situ resource utilization involves using resources on the moon, like moon dust and water, to create necessary materials.
- This reduces reliance on expensive shipments from Earth.