NASA's Lunar Trailblazer: Mapping the Moon's Water
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | NASA's Lunar Trailblazer: Mapping the Moon's Water |
| Launch Vehicle | SpaceX Falcon 9 |
| Mission Type | Small satellite for lunar water mapping |
| Key Instruments | HVM3 (NASA JPL), LTM (University of Oxford) |
| Orbit Destination | Moon's South Pole |
| Weight | 440 pounds (200 kg) |
| Size | 11.5 feet (3.5 meters) wide |
| Expected Travel Time | 4 to 7 months |
| Main Objectives | Identify, map, and analyze lunar water |
| Mission Category | NASA's SIMPLEx Program (low-cost, high-risk) |