With Artemis missions, NASA will land the first woman and first person of color on the Moon
WHY WE ARE GOING TO THE MOON
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for scientific discovery, economic benefits, and inspiration for a new generation of explorers: the Artemis Generation
DISCOVERY
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To build on more than 50 years of exploration experience and reignite passion for discovery.
ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY
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Enabling lunar economy by fuelling new industries, creating job growth, and increasing the demand for a skilled workforce.
INSPIRATION
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Engage and inspire new audiences – the Artemis Generation.
ORION SPACECRAFT
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The spacecraft that will carry astronauts from Earth to lunar orbit and back.
SPACE LAUNCH SYSTEM ROCKET
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World's most powerful rocket that will send Orion, astronauts, and cargo to the Moon on a single mission.
EXPLORATION GROUND SYSTEMS
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Artemis requires specially designed structures on the ground to support launch and recovery of returning astronauts.
GATEWAY
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The spaceship to transfer astronauts between Orion and the lander, will remain in orbit more than a decade to support long-term science and human exploration
HUMAN LANDING SYSTEM
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Human landing systems are the final mode of transportation that will take astronauts from lunar orbit to the surface and back to orbit.
ARTEMIS BASE CAMP
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Artemis Base Camp concept includes a modern lunar cabin, a rover, and a mobile home.