SpaceX mission that is to be launched to be valentines day

By: Mittal M. 12 Feb, 24

Published on : Vigyan Corner

Quick Overview 

On February 14, 2024, Intuitive Machines will launch its historic Nova-C lunar lander as part of NASA's CLPS effort and the Artemis campaign.

Launching Rocket

Launching on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, the event will take place from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida and represent a major turning point in private space exploration.

Tireless Team Effort

Steve Altemus, President and CEO, emphasizes the mission's significance and the tireless efforts that have led to its current state and the potential for future growth.

Prepared to travel

Encased safely within SpaceX's payload fairing, the Nova-C lunar lander has reached every integration milestone, indicating that it is prepared to travel to the Moon.

Landing  Site

The spacecraft is set to land in Malapert A, a satellite crater near the lunar south pole, to facilitate future human exploration and establish a sustainable lunar presence.

Alignment with NASA's Goals

The IM-1 landing site near Malapert Massif aligns with NASA's Artemis III mission goals, highlighting its significance in advancing human exploration beyond Earth.

Aim of Mission

The IM-1 mission aims to advance humanity's knowledge and space capabilities, paving the way for future lunar missions and eventual human return to the Moon.