Consider This from NPR NASA prepares to head back to the moon.
Sep 13, 2024
NASA is gearing up for its first crewed moon mission in over 50 years with Artemis II. The Orion capsule will be tested, paving the way for astronauts to return to the lunar surface by 2026. The program aims to be more inclusive, promising the first woman and person of color on the moon. Behind-the-scenes insights from Houston reveal the rigorous training of a diverse astronaut crew, facing both emotional and logistical challenges as they prepare for an exciting leap into a new era of space exploration.
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Awkward Entry
- Scott Detrow awkwardly entered a mock-up Orion capsule.
- Astronaut Reed Wiseman guided him through the process.
Emergency Controls
- The Orion capsule's controls are primarily for emergencies.
- Switches like the main parachute deploy are for critical situations.
Artemis 2 Mission
- Reed Wiseman will command Artemis 2, the first moon flight in 50 years.
- The screens in the capsule display critical flight data, like velocity.