Jaxa’s Slim Spacecraft Proves Resilience During Lunar Nights
Japan’s space agency, Jaxa, has announced that the Slim spacecraft has successfully responded to commands from Earth, proving its resilience during the harsh lunar nights. The spacecraft endured its second lunar night, capturing new images of its landing site on the Moon. Despite some temperature sensor and battery malfunctions due to the cold, Slim has maintained most of its functions after the second lunar night, demonstrating its ability to withstand adverse lunar conditions. Slim’s successful response to Earth commands after enduring the harsh lunar night underscores its importance in lunar exploration and provides invaluable insights into the challenging lunar environment, furthering our understanding of the Moon’s surface and its potential for scientific exploration.
Japan’s Space Agency Prepares for Historic Moon Landing Attempt with ‘Moon Sniper’ Mission
Japan’s space agency, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), is gearing up for a historic moon landing attempt with its Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM) mission. The spacecraft, also known as the ‘Moon Sniper’ for its precision technology, is…