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NASA to Build Moon Base on Lunar Surface, Not Orbit
First article: 24 mar. 2026, 18:46
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NASA is altering its approach to lunar habitation, opting to build a permanent base directly on the surface of the moon. This decision marks a departure from earlier plans that focused on establishing a lunar station in orbit. The surface base is intended to facilitate long-term research and exploration, paving the way for future missions to Mars and beyond.Articles about this topic
NASA plans moon base instead of orbital lunar station
New NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman says the US space agency will pivot from launching an orbiting lunar station to constructing a base on the moon's surface. It comes amid a renewed moon race with Russia and China.
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