Space Launch System rocket carrying the Orion spacecraft Image: NASA
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Artemis 1
After 50 years, NASA sends rocket back to the Moon
By: Rafael Ramos
On: 11/17/2022
Artemis 1 Launch
Image: NASA
After two failed attempts, NASA managed to send the first rocket since the Apollo 17 Mission to the moon. The rocket left on November 16 and marks the return of manned space exploration.
The system is composed of the Orion spacecraft (made by Airbus) and the Space Launch System rocket (made by Boeing). The American manufacturer and European manufacturer were together during the launch.
“Today, this country has the capability to launch a super-heavy rocket for the first time in 50 years. This test flight was a demonstration of engineering innovation, and we stand ready to support NASA and its international partners in bringing humans back to deep space exploration," said Jim Chilton, senior vice president of Boeing's Space and Launch Division.
Despite being designed to transport humans to the moon, the mission will initially be unmanned. The intent of the mission is to provide a base for human exploration on the moon.
The vehicle will be driven to its operational limits to verify that it is safe enough for a human crew.
The mission is expected to last 25 and a half days, with the landing back on Earth taking place in the Pacific Ocean on December 11.
As soon as it separated from the SLS rocket in space, Orion moved into orbit with one engine. The device was supposed to use the engine to correct its trajectory towards the Moon, as the engine would be decoupled from the spacecraft so that it could fly the rest of the way on its own.
Rafael Ramos
Aviation enthusiast from an early age, he had his first contacts with the area developing that good old habit of spending dozens of hours in front of the screens of Micrsoft Flight Simulator and other simulators. With a solid background in various technological areas, including engineering and chemistry, Rafael has rejoined aviation as editor and author of articles and materials on our portal, providing invaluable help to the dynamics and expansion of the website and the aeronautical community, bringing us the news and updates so indispensable for us to remain current in our area of operation.
   
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