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NASA is preparing to launch the Artemis III mission in 2027 to test crewed landing systems from Blue Origin and SpaceX in Earth orbit, aiming to reduce risks before the actual lunar landing.
NASA is showcasing a wide range of technologies needed to establish a lunar base near the south pole, from power, communications, and robotics to resource extraction and resistance to dust and extreme thermal conditions. The developments demonstrate how autonomous systems and the local use of lunar resources could reduce reliance on supplies transported from Earth.