NASA watchdog report: 100+ cracks on heat shield biggest threat to human moon mission

NASA’s Artemis II mission faces challenges after a report revealed significant damage to the Orion capsule’s heat shield from the Artemis I mission.

The report outlined concerns over cracks in the heat shield and potential risks for future crewed missions.

Despite NASA’s efforts to address these issues, uncertainties remain, including the root cause of the damage.

Recommendations include analyzing changes to separation bolts and addressing damage to the mobile launcher.

While NASA aims to implement fixes, concerns persist about potential delays and cost increases. The report emphasizes the need to prioritize astronaut safety while achieving mission objectives, Phys.Org has reported.

read more: https://phys.org/news/2024-05-nasa-watchdog-shield-biggest-threat.html

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