The American spacecraft Nova-C (Odyssey), which landed on the Moon on February 23, ceases its work due to an unsuccessful landing. About it writes gazeta South China Morning Post.
Based on photographs from the LRO orbiter, Odyssey landed approximately 1.5 km from its intended target, near the Malapert A crater, 300 km from the lunar south pole. These photos from an altitude of 90 km are the only ones that show the lander on the surface.
According to company representatives, Odyssey flew too fast and caught on the surface of the Moon, causing it to capsize. Intuitive Machines said the spacecraft continues to communicate with flight controllers.
According to company representatives, Odyssey flew too fast and caught on the surface of the Moon, causing it to capsize. Intuitive Machines said the spacecraft continues to communicate with flight controllers.
The company also said it will continue collecting data until sunlight stops hitting the solar panels. Based on the position of the Earth and Moon, this is expected to happen on the morning of February 27th.
2024-02-27 02:20:00
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