Artemis Ascending: A New Era of Space Exploration with Blue Origin and Zeno Power Systems

Blue Origin has received $34.7 million from NASA to develop a lunar solar cell system, the 'Blue Chemist'.

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This initiative aligns with NASA’s goal to harness space resources for Earth's benefit and sustainable exploration.

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Artemis V, set for 2029, will see Blue Origin’s lander taking two astronauts to the moon.

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Zeno Power Systems received $1.5 million from NASA's Tipping Point Program to create a new power supply for the Artemis moon program.

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NASA's grants aim to stimulate American innovation and pave the way for future space exploration.

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NASA's Artemis Missions plan to land the first woman and first person of color on the moon, preparing for Mars missions.

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SpaceX's lunar lander will be used for the first lunar expedition of the 21st century, the Artemis III mission in 2025.

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Each Artemis mission represents a critical step towards a new era of human spaceflight via NASA’s global partnerships.

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