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SpaceX rocket carries 2 moon landers into space
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The article from MSN discusses a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch that successfully carried two lunar landers into space. This mission, part of NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) program, aimed to deliver scientific and technological payloads to the Moon. The landers, named Nova-C by Intuitive Machines and another by Astrobotic, are set to explore different aspects of the lunar surface, including water ice detection and radiation measurements. This launch marks a significant step in NASA's Artemis program, which seeks to return humans to the Moon and establish a sustainable presence there. The mission not only showcases the capabilities of private companies in space exploration but also signifies a collaborative effort between NASA and commercial entities to advance lunar science and exploration.
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Read the Full MSN Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/technology/space-exploration/spacex-rocket-carries-2-moon-landers-into-space/ar-AA1xdY1k ]