NASA reveals new details on plan to build a base on the moon
Summary
NASA plans to return humans to the Moon by 2028 and build a permanent Moon base over time. The project will happen in phases to test technology and gradually develop infrastructure for people to live there.Key Facts
- NASA aims to send astronauts back to the lunar surface in 2028.
- The goal is to build a Moon base to support a long-term human settlement.
- The plan costs about $20 billion and involves working with private companies.
- Building on the Moon is difficult due to extreme temperatures, radiation, and meteor impacts.
- NASA’s approach is to build the base step-by-step in three phases from now until after 2032.
- Phase 1 focuses on proving that technology works and that companies can deliver needed equipment.
- NASA expects around 25 launches and 21 landings in the first phase.
- The project will help develop skills and technology for future space missions beyond the Moon.
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