NASA Is Building a Robotic Arm That Can Function During the Moon’s Frigid Nights

It can get cold on the Moon—so cold in fact that these temperatures are likely to impede the abilities of some current NASA engineering. As a result, the space agency is testing out a new mechanical arm that is designed to withstand the frosty temperatures on the Moon ahead of the ongoing Artemis missions. Read more…

Astrobotic Is Developing a Lunar Rover to Withstand the Moon’s Long, Harsh Night

Landing safely on the Moon is one thing, but surviving through the cold temperatures of the two-week lunar night a whole other challenge That’s why NASA has recently contracted Astrobotic to develop a small rover for the Moon’s nighttime environment, with battery and communications technology meant to withstand… Read more…