NASA outlines multi-phase plan for permanent moon base by 2032
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Summary
NASA has released updated plans for establishing a permanent moon base, moving away from an orbital space station concept. The multi-phased plan aims to achieve "semi-permanent habitation models" on the lunar surface after 2032, following the successful Artemis II mission. The initiative represents a significant shift in NASA's lunar exploration strategy, focusing on long-term human presence on the moon rather than short-term visits.
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NASA has updated plans for a permanent moon base, with a multi-phased plan culminating in semi-permanent habitation models
The plan builds on a March announcement that scrapped the idea of an orbital space station in favour of the current moon base scheme
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