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Astrobotic unveils Griffin-1 lunar lander for NASA Moon Base mission
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Astrobotic has unveiled its Griffin-1 lunar lander, which is scheduled to launch on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket later in 2026. The mission is part of NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services program to establish a permanent moon base.
Why it matters
The development of infrastructure-class landers represents a critical step in the commercialization of space and the establishment of long-term lunar outposts.
The Astrobotic lander will carry an Astrolab rover to the moon later this year.
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