Experience a virtual journey to the lunar Peak of Eternal Light27 July 2009
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Experience a virtual journey to the lunar Peak of Eternal Light27 July 2009 The first public showing of ‘The Peak of Eternal Light’, a new movie created using images taken by ESA’s SMART-1 lunar orbiter, took place one a week ago at the Ars Electronica Center (AEC), Linz, Austria. This movie was shown as part of a special eve...
SMART-1 maps Kaguya lunar impact10 June 2009
SMART-1 maps Kaguya lunar impact10 June 2009 The Japanese lunar orbiter Kaguya has completed a productive operational phase and will conclude its scientific mission with a controlled impact on the lunar surface, scheduled for 20:30 CEST today.
New lunar south polar maps from
New lunar south polar maps from
SMART-1: Travel maps of the lunar north pole05 December 2007
SMART-1: Travel maps of the lunar north pole05 December 2007 A new map obtained with SMART-1 data shows the geography and illumination of the lunar north pole. Such maps will be of great use for future lunar explorers.
Chang'e-1 - new mission to Moon lifts off24 October 2007
Chang'e-1 - new mission to Moon lifts off24 October 2007 A bold new mission to the Moon was launched today by the Chinese National Space Administration (CNSA). Chang’e-1 blasted off from the Xichang Satellite Launch Centre, Sichuan, atop a Long March 3A rocket.
Kaguya – another chapter for the lunar saga13 September 2007
Kaguya – another chapter for the lunar saga13 September 2007 JAXA’s first large lunar explorer, Kaguya (formerly Selene), is due to launch on 14 September, adding a new mission to the story of lunar exploration.