Lunar Lander landing on the Moon, artwork. This robotic mission is under development by the European Space Agency (ESA). The primary objective is to a

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Lunar Lander landing on the Moon, artwork. This robotic mission is under development by the European Space Agency (ESA). The primary objective is to achieve an autonomous landing, paving the way for future ESA human and robotic exploration missions. The Lunar Lander is metres in height and metres across. Power is provided by solar panels (blue). It would land in the Moon's south polar region, using a Hazard Detection and Avoidance system, and carry out surface operations for several months. It is scheduled for launch in 2018, but as of 2012 funding is not certain.

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Size: 5315px × 3543px
Photo credit: © DETLEV VAN RAVENSWAAY/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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