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Private spacecraft lands on the moon but tips over on its side

Published: 24 February 2024 at 00:07

Space Exploration

Intuitive Machines\' $118 million spacecraft, Odysseus, tipped over on its side on the moon due to a leg getting caught, hindering radio transmission despite still having operational abilities. CEO Steve Altemus clarified that old telemetry led to the initial misunderstanding, with hopes that the solar array remains undamaged for power. NASA confirms the incident but acknowledges the successful soft landing one day prior.

Private spacecraft lands on the moon but tips over on its side

Private spacecraft lands on the moon but tips over on its side

Private spacecraft lands on the moon but tips over on its side

Private spacecraft lands on the moon but tips over on its side

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The Odysseus Lander Is Tipped Over on Its Side on the Moon