NASA plans permanent moon base for exploration

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NASA is ordering equipment for a new moon base. This follows a recent successful moon flyaround mission.

Blue Origin will provide landers to take buggies to the moon. Other companies will build these lunar vehicles and deliver drones.

All moon equipment should arrive by 2028. Then, the first astronauts will land near the south pole.

The second phase starts from 2029 into the 2030s. This phase will build permanent structures, like a power grid.

The moon base aims to create a lunar economy. It will also help with science and future Mars missions.

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What is NASA ordering for the new moon base?

NASA is ordering equipment for a new moon base.

When should all moon equipment arrive?

All moon equipment should arrive by 2028.

What will the moon base help with?

The moon base aims to create a lunar economy and help with science and future Mars missions.

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