Key Points
Japan has announced its decision to design, develop, and operate a pressurised rover for Nasa's Artemis program on the Moon...
This advanced vehicle will play a crucial role in both crewed and uncrewed lunar exploration, beginning with the Artemis VII mission...
Unlike previous moon buggies, this mobile habitat and laboratory will allow astronauts to travel greater distances across the lunar surface while providing a protected environment for extended stays..
The key features of the pressurised rover will include life support systems for extended missions, scientific equipment for on-site analysis, radiation shielding for crew protection, airlock for easy access to the lunar surface...
The development of the pressurised rover aligns with Artemis' goals of establishing a long-term human presence on the Moon and preparing for future missions to Mars...
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