Lunar base

A new space race is emerging, focused on establishing a lunar base equipped with nuclear reactors, which is seen as critical to shaping America's national security future. The article notes that while past moon missions occurred, recent developments signal a return to lunar exploration.

NASA has outlined plans to build a lunar base by deploying robotic landers, hopping drones, and specialized vehicles as part of US efforts. The focus is on leveraging these technologies to establish a sustainable presence on the Moon.

NASA has outlined plans to construct a lunar base at the Moon’s South Pole, with the first mission potentially launching this year. Blue Origin is collaborating to support this project.

NASA has unveiled new details about its plan to establish a lunar base and aims to return humans to the moon's surface by 2028.

NASA has announced three uncrewed lunar missions this year to prepare for building a moon base. The first photo from the far side of the Moon was captured by Orion on April 6, showcasing Earth beyond the lunar horizon.

NASA's Artemis II astronauts expressed confidence in building a lunar base, stating it is 'absolutely doable.' They simulated lunar surface tasks in spacesuits, successfully completing challenging geology-related activities shortly after returning to Earth.

China aims to send astronauts to the Moon by 2030 and establish a permanent lunar base, potentially outpacing the United States in space exploration achievements.