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The Odysseus lunar lander is on its side and will likely run out of energy soon

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

The Odysseus lunar lander is on its side and will likely run out of energy soon

Despite being tipped over onto its side, the Odysseus lander is expected to remain operational for another 24 hours on the Moon. Intuitive Machines, the private space company behind the lander, provided updates on its status and shared images taken by the spacecraft. Due to its position, the lander is facing challenges in generating power and communicating. However, data will continue to be collected until the solar panels are no longer exposed to sunlight. The successful landing was made possible by a last-minute software patch that utilized an experimental lidar system by NASA.

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Lunar Nightfall Could Signal the End for Odysseus Lander

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

Lunar Nightfall Could Signal the End for Odysseus Lander

The Houston-based company, Intuitive Machines, is preparing to power down its lunar lander, Odysseus, after it successfully landed on the Moon but ended up slightly tipped over on its side. The lander can only receive sunlight on its horizontal solar panel, and once the solar power generation is not sufficient, it will be put to sleep, with hopes of waking it up in the next two or three weeks when the Sun illuminates its functioning solar arrays again. Despite the landing issue, the Odysseus lander has already made history as the first commercial lander to touchdown on the Moon.

Landing on the Moon Wasn’t Easy for Odysseus, Which Clearly Has a Broken Leg in New Photo

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

Landing on the Moon Wasn’t Easy for Odysseus, Which Clearly Has a Broken Leg in New Photo

A photo released by NASA shows the rough journey of the lander Odysseus to the Moon. The image, taken on the day of the landing, reveals a broken leg on the lunar surface. Despite the damage, the lander's legs absorbed the impact and its engines provided stability. However, the lander is currently tipped on its side, affecting its ability to charge its solar panels. Intuitive Machines, the company behind the mission, plans to put Odysseus to sleep and attempt to wake it up in three weeks. The mission is already considered a success, marking the first private company soft landing on the Moon and the first return of the US to the lunar surface since 1972.

The Odysseus Lander Is Tipped Over on Its Side on the Moon

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

The Odysseus Lander Is Tipped Over on Its Side on the Moon

Intuitive Machines' lunar lander, Odysseus, experienced a rough landing on the Moon, with one of its legs caught and causing it to tip over on its side. The vehicle is still functional, and engineers are working to gather more data. Although the landing was less than perfect, the lander's solar panel is receiving sunlight, and its active payloads could still operate from the Moon. Odysseus is part of NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) initiative, aiming to have a consistent flow of private landers delivering payloads to the Moon.

How to Watch Tomorrow's Attempted Moon Landing Live

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

How to Watch Tomorrow's Attempted Moon Landing Live

Intuitive Machines is set to make a historic lunar landing with its IM-1 mission on Thursday near the Moon's South Pole. The Nova-C class lander, named Odysseus, will attempt to touch down near the Malapert A crater. The landing will be streamed live on Intuitive Machines' website and NASA TV. If successful, Odysseus will be the first company to achieve a successful landing on the lunar surface. The mission is part of NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services initiative, with Odysseus carrying 12 payloads, including six science and technology instruments for NASA.

SpaceX successfully launches Odysseus in bid to return US to the lunar surface

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

SpaceX successfully launches Odysseus in bid to return US to the lunar surface

A robotic lunar lander named "Odysseus" built by Intuitive Machines was successfully launched by SpaceX. It aims to become the first American spacecraft to land on the Moon's surface since the Apollo 17 mission in 1972. After being carried into orbit by a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, Odysseus will make its way to the Moon's south pole, where it is expected to touch down on February 22nd. The Nova-C lander is equipped with science and research payloads for NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services program, as well as other payloads from customers.

‘Odie’ Lander Begins Its Journey to the Moon. Here's What's Next

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

‘Odie’ Lander Begins Its Journey to the Moon. Here's What's Next

Intuitive Machines' Odysseus lander has launched on its eight-day mission to the Moon, as part of NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services initiative. The lander, named "Odie," aims to land at the Malapert A crater near the lunar south pole and conduct science investigations and technology demonstrations. If successful, it will be the first privately-owned spacecraft to achieve a soft landing on the Moon.

Odysseus Lander Snaps Gorgeous Photos of Earth Ahead of Moon Landing

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

Odysseus Lander Snaps Gorgeous Photos of Earth Ahead of Moon Landing

Intuitive Machines' lunar lander, Odysseus, has successfully transmitted stunning images of Earth from space after its recent launch. The spacecraft is now preparing for a potential historic landing on the Moon's surface, aiming to become the first private company to achieve this feat. If successful, the mission will mark an important milestone for NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services initiative and pave the way for further lunar exploration. The lander is set to attempt the landing in the Malapert A crater, near the lunar south pole, later this week.

US startup shares video taken by 1st private lander to reach Moon

Twitter · 1y ago

US startup shares video taken by 1st private lander to reach Moon

US' Intuitive Machines (IM) shared a video taken by Odysseus, first-ever private lander to reach the Moon. The video shows the surface of the Moon while the lander was orbiting it before its landing. "Between the trajectory and the number of orbits around the Moon, Odysseus travelled the equivalent of 2.5x the distance to the lunar surface," the startup said.

Intuitive Machines' first moon lander also broke ground with safer, cheaper rocket-style propulsion

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Intuitive Machines' first moon lander also broke ground with safer, cheaper rocket-style propulsion

Intuitive Machines' lunar lander, Odysseus, has successfully completed its mission on the moon, becoming the first American hardware to reach the lunar surface since 1972 and the first privately built spacecraft to land on the moon. Notably, Odysseus used a propulsion system that combined cryogenic liquid oxygen and liquid methane, a departure from the commonly used hypergolic propellants. This innovative propulsion system offers improved efficiency and reduced risks for future commercial missions. The success of Odysseus paves the way for the use of cryogenic propellants in space exploration.

Watch Odysseus attempt the first US Moon landing since 1972

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Watch Odysseus attempt the first US Moon landing since 1972

Intuitive Machines, a private aerospace company, has successfully landed its robotic Nova-C "Odysseus" lander on the Moon's surface. This achievement marks a historic moment as it is the first private US spacecraft to land on the Moon since 1972. The lander, carrying various science and research payloads, aims to collect data about the lunar south pole, including the presence of water ice in shadowed craters. The mission is part of NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services program, contributing valuable information for future missions, such as NASA's Artemis program. The lander is expected to operate for 14 Earth days before shutting down due to the lunar night.

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