By NASA
November 20, 2022
NASAs effective Space Launch System (SLS) rocket with the Orion spacecraft atop introduced the agencys Artemis I flight test from Launch Complex 39B at NASAs Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The Moon rocket and spacecraft took off at 1:47 a.m. EST on Wednesday, November 16.
NASAs Artemis I objective is the very first incorporated test of the companys deep space exploration systems: the Space Launch System rocket, Orion spacecraft, and supporting ground systems. The mission is the very first in a series of progressively complex missions to the Moon. With Artemis objectives, NASA will land the first woman and very first individual of color on the Moon, utilizing innovative innovations to check out more of the lunar surface area than ever in the past.
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SLS represents a strong new vision for NASAs human spaceflight program. In order to make a new generation– the Artemis Generation– of crewed missions to the Moon possible, the SLS rocket utilizes proven propulsion systems consisting of strong rocket boosters and liquid-fuel RS-25 engines mated to a new main core stage.
SLS uses larger solid rocket boosters than the area shuttles and liquid hydrogen/liquid oxygen-fed RS-25 engines running at a greater thrust level and with new controllers.
The launch automobile phase adapter partly confines the ICPS and alters the diameter of the rocket. The Orion phase adapter, located in between SLS and the Orion crew lorry, consists of CubeSat payloads for the Artemis I mission and links the rocket to the Orion spacecraft.