Intuitive Machines Athena Moon Lander Dies After Toppling Over
Published On Mar 7, 2025, 2:08 PM
The Athena lander from Intuitive Machines, which landed on the moon, has failed just a day after its landing due to tipping over. This has resulted in its solar panels being unable to recharge the batteries necessary for its operation. Intuitive Machines has indicated that it does not expect to recover the spacecraft. The mission was part of NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services program, aimed at involving private companies in lunar explorations.
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Intuitive Machines has faced two misfortunes with lunar landers in a very short time, which raises concerns about its operational capabilities in the lunar exploration sector. Investors may perceive this as a negative indicator for the company’s reputation and future contracts with NASA and other partners in space missions.