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What is the latest news on NASA and the moon?

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NASA is accelerating plans to deploy a nuclear reactor on the moon as part of the Artemis program, aiming for a 2030 launch. The reactor would provide essential power for lunar bases, especially during the moon's two-week nights. This initiative is driven by competition with China and Russia, who are also developing lunar nuclear technology. The first Artemis lunar landing is tentatively set for 2027, but faces technological and budget challenges.

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NASA races to put nuclear reactors on Moon and Mars

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  • NASA is advancing plans to build a small nuclear reactor for the moon. 7s
  • The reactor is intended to generate at least 100 kilowatts of electricity for lunar missions. 48s
  • Competition from China and Russia is driving urgency for the US project. 33s
  • The reactor is part of the Artemis mission to establish a permanent human presence on the moon. 1m 4s
  • NASA faces a significant budget cut, and key technologies for the mission remain untested. 1m 25s
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NASA races to put nuclear reactors on Moon and Mars
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France 24
6 hours ago
NASA races to put nuclear reactors on Moon and Mars

NASA is moving ahead with plans to build a small lunar reactor, targeting a launch by 2030, to support extended lunar missions and future Mars exploration.

NASA races to put nuclear reactors on Moon and Mars
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France 24
6 hours ago
NASA races to put nuclear reactors on Moon and Mars

The reactor is part of the Artemis mission, aimed at establishing a permanent human presence on the moon as a stepping stone for further exploration.

NASA races to put nuclear reactors on Moon and Mars
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France 24
6 hours ago
NASA races to put nuclear reactors on Moon and Mars

Artemis' first lunar landing is tentatively scheduled for 2027, but this may be ambitious as key technologies, including a new lunar lander by SpaceX, are untested.

Neil deGrasse Tyson on plan to build nuclear reactor on the moon
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CNN
9 hours ago
Neil deGrasse Tyson on plan to build nuclear reactor on the moon

Acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy announced plans to fast track the deployment of a nuclear reactor on the moon, citing competition with China.

Neil deGrasse Tyson on plan to build nuclear reactor on the moon
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CNN
9 hours ago
Neil deGrasse Tyson on plan to build nuclear reactor on the moon

The nuclear reactor is necessary for sustained lunar presence, especially during the moon's two-week-long nights when solar energy is unavailable.

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