Latest wet tests NASA as Space launch system were not perfect, but they have already served the space agency to give the green light to the launch Mission of Artemis I. With the start of preparations for the launch of the mission NASA can meet the deadline set for the start Artemis I project. In May, the agency announced that the initial plan was to launch Artemis I in August.

The rocket had a leak – but okay

OUR NASA reported that during the “wet tests”, which are so called because they are carried out as rocket filled with fuel and simulating prelaunch procedures, there was only one hydrogen leak. Fortunately, the problem will not require major repairs and SLS will work in the next few weeks. This Friday the 24th NASA hold a press conference detailing the next steps Mission of Artemis I.

The guarantee is that SLS rocket will return to the vehicle assembly building for this repair. In August he will leave Orion ship to finally start, starting the path to moon – and the discovery of the first stage of the return of mankind to the satellite. The release date will be announced after the refurbishment is completed.

Launch windows for Artemis I

After delaying launch in March NASA published a list of possible start dates for the project. In total, the giant rocket will have 158 launch opportunities. Space launch system. The first window to send a mission is July 26 this year, but the space agency’s list even lists launches for 2023. Artemis I In August.

Artemis Program: Humanity Returns to the Moon

O Artemis program there will be three missions. OUR Artemis 1unmanned, will serve as a test for SLS rocket and Orion spacecraftas well as testing other technologies in NASA for manned flights to lunar orbit. In May 2024 (if all goes according to plan) it will be the turn Artemis 2 to put humans into orbit around the Moon and beyond low orbit for the first time since the last Apollo mission in 1972. OUR Artemis 3 should happen in 2025 and finally land with people on Moon53 years since the last visit to the natural satellite.

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