Trouble Already for Odysseus at the Moon's South Pole

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

Intuitive Machines’ Nova-C lander captured this image of the Moon’s surface before touchdown. Photo: Intuitive Machines

Intuitive Machines’ private lander stumbled on its way down to the lunar surface and is possibly leaning over on a rock on the Moon. The vehicle is still operational and flight engineers are working to gather more data on its less-than-ideal position, the company said. – Passant Rabie Read More

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