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Moog Successfully Steers Space Launch System Rocket on Artemis 1 Launch

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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The Space Launch System (SLS) rocket lifted off from Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida early this morning.

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  • The Space Launch System (SLS) rocket lifted off from Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida early this morning.
  • Moog actuators and controllers are responsible for controlling that power by precisely positioning the engines to steer all stages of the SLS rocket.
  • This is the first integrated test of NASAs deep space exploration systems, which include the SLS rocket, Orion Crew Capsule, and Ground Systems at Kennedy Space Center.
  • Additional Moog technology areas supporting the Artemis mission include avionics, environmental control and life support, propulsion, and spacecraft mechanisms.

L3Harris’ Space Avionics Crucial to Successful SLS Artemis I Launch

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) provided the booster, core and upper stage avionics for todays launch of the Artemis I, enabling the safe launch of the Space Launch System and the United States first steps toward a return to the moon.

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  • L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) provided the booster, core and upper stage avionics for todays launch of the Artemis I, enabling the safe launch of the Space Launch System and the United States first steps toward a return to the moon.
  • (Photo Credit: John Kraus)
    From engine start through the first eight minutes of flight, as Artemis I accelerated to more than 17,000 mph, more than 30 L3Harris high-performance, advanced space launch avionics systems enabled command and control, trajectory and solid rocket booster jettison for the SLS.
  • Todays successful launch will provide valuable data enabling us to refine our technologies in support of future SLS missions.
  • L3Harris designed, qualified and built the avionics selected for the SLS program and the Artemis I mission and has already completed the hardware for Artemis II, currently projected to launch in May 2024.

NASA to Share Orion Update Today After Spacecraft Flies by Moon

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Monday, November 21, 2022
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Participants also will provide an update on post-launch assessments of the Space Launch System rocket and exploration ground systems.

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  • Participants also will provide an update on post-launch assessments of the Space Launch System rocket and exploration ground systems.
  • Orion successfully conducted an outbound powered flyby burn at 7:44 a.m. to accelerate the spacecraft, harness the force from the Moon's gravity, and direct Orion toward a distant retrograde orbit beyond the Moon.
  • During the maneuver, Orion made its closest lunar approach, flying about 81 miles above the lunar surface.
  • NASA will provide live coverage of the briefing on NASA Television, the agency's website , and the NASA app .

NASA to Provide Update on Orion Ahead of Powered Outbound Moon Flyby

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Friday, November 18, 2022
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NASA will provide live coverage on NASA Television, the agency's website , and the NASA app .

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  • NASA will provide live coverage on NASA Television, the agency's website , and the NASA app .
  • Flight controllers will conduct an outbound powered flyby burn to harness the force from the Moon's gravity, accelerate the spacecraft, and direct it toward a distant retrograde orbit beyond the Moon.
  • During the outbound powered flyby, Orion will make its closest approach approximately 80 miles above to the lunar surface.
  • NASA will provide live coverage of the outbound powered flyby on Monday, Nov. 21, at 7:15 a.m. EST.

NASA, Japan Announce Gateway Contributions, Space Station Extension

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Friday, November 18, 2022
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Under the Gateway Implementing Arrangement , NASA will provide an opportunity for a Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) astronaut to serve as a Gateway crew member on a future Artemis mission.

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  • Under the Gateway Implementing Arrangement , NASA will provide an opportunity for a Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) astronaut to serve as a Gateway crew member on a future Artemis mission.
  • In addition to the Gateway arrangement, Minister Nagaoka announced Japan's commitment to participate in the International Space Station Program through 2030, the first international partner to join the United States in formally committing to space station operations through 2030.
  • Today's Gateway agreement represents the fulfillment commitments made by the Biden-Harris Administration and solidifies our nations' collaboration, which will help ensure continued discoveries on Gateway, the International Space Station, and beyond," said Nelson.
  • NASA'sGatewayProgram is an international collaboration to establish humanity's first space station around the Moon as an essential element of NASA's Artemis missions.

IEEE-USA Lauds NASA's First Artemis Launch

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IEEE-USA lauds the first mission launch of NASA's Artemis program, which lifted off at 1:47 a.m. today from Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The launch went forward after overcoming technical challenges and weather issues which caused earlier postponements. The uncrewed Artemis I is the first in a series of missions to build a long-term human presence on the Moon and explore the lunar south pole for the first time.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IEEE-USA lauds the first mission launch of NASA's Artemis program, which lifted off at 1:47 a.m. today from Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
  • The launch went forward after overcoming technical challenges and weather issues which caused earlier postponements.
  • "In the years to come, we will look at this launch as humanity's next great historic moment and the beginning of an incredible journey."
  • This mission marks the first flight of NASA's Space Launch System (SLS) super heavy-lift launch vehicle and Orion reusable spacecraft.

NASA's Artemis I Moon Mission Takes Flight With Successful Launch From Kennedy Space Center

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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DALLAS, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) congratulates NASA on the successful launch of the agency's Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion spacecraft for the Artemis I mission, which lifted off Nov. 16 from historic Launch Pad 39B at Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. Artemis I is the first test flight in a series of increasingly complex missions under Artemis, NASA's deep space human exploration endeavor, which aims to land the first woman and the first person of color on the moon and establish a sustainable human future in deep space.

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  • First integrated test of NASA's deep space exploration systems: Orion spacecraft, Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Exploration Ground Systems (EGS)
    DALLAS, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) congratulates NASA on the successful launch of the agency's Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion spacecraft for the Artemis I mission, which lifted off Nov. 16 from historic Launch Pad 39B at Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida.
  • "Jacobs teams across multiple NASA centers, contracts and programs are committed to providing innovative solutions and technologies in support of NASA's quest to explore deep space."
  • To enable the journey to the moon and beyond, trajectory models will play an important role in Artemis missions from launch through lunar surface operations.
  • At JSC, a NASA and Jacobs team developed the trajectory plan for the orbital flight path of Artemis I.

Liftoff! NASA's Artemis I Mega Rocket Launches Orion to Moon

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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Known as Artemis I , the mission is a critical part of NASA's Moon to Mars exploration approach, in which the agency explores for the benefit of humanity.

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  • Known as Artemis I , the mission is a critical part of NASA's Moon to Mars exploration approach, in which the agency explores for the benefit of humanity.
  • "What an incredible sight to see NASA's Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft launch together for the first time.
  • "The Space Launch System rocket delivered the power and performance to send Orion on its way to the Moon," said Mike Sarafin, Artemis I mission manager.
  • The SLS rocket and Orion spacecraft arrived at Kennedy's Launch Pad 39B on Nov. 4 where they rode out Hurricane Nicole.

Lockheed Martin-Built Orion Spacecraft Launched to the Moon on Historic Artemis I Mission

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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ET today and two hours later the spacecraft separated from the rocket's upper stage traveling at 22,600 mph.

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  • ET today and two hours later the spacecraft separated from the rocket's upper stage traveling at 22,600 mph.
  • This put it on a trajectory to break away from the gravity of the Earth and make its way to the Moon.
  • Orion will orbit the Moon and collect data to allow mission controllers to assess the performance of the spacecraft and its payloads.
  • Join the Artemis and Orion journeys by downloading the Explore Orion app to your mobile device and following @LMSpace on Twitter.

Boeing-Built Space Launch System Core Stage Powers First NASA Artemis Mission to Moon

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla., Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA's Space Launch System rocket, powered by the Boeing [NYSE: BA] -built core stage, lifted off at 1:47 a.m.

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  • KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla., Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA's Space Launch System rocket, powered by the Boeing [NYSE: BA] -built core stage, lifted off at 1:47 a.m.
  • Eight and a half minutes into flight, the core stage completed its mission and separated from the upper stage of the rocket, sending NASA's Orion spacecraft on its first journey around the Moon.
  • "Today, this country now has a super-heavy lift launch capability for the first time in 50 years," said Jim Chilton, senior vice president of Boeing's Space and Launch division.
  • Core Stage-2, or CS-2, will launch the first crew of the Artemis program and is in the final assembly area at Michoud.