NASA
Overview
NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) is an independent agency of the United States Federal Government responsible for the civilian space program as well as aeronautics and aerospace research.
Major Projects
- Artemis Program: Human exploration of the Moon, with plans to establish sustainable lunar missions.
- Space Shuttle Program: Retired in 2011 but paved the way for new spacecraft development.
- International Space Station (ISS): A joint project between NASA and international partners.
Recent Updates
Artemis II Simulated Mission Report
In-flight Challenges and Orion Systems
- The uncrewed Artemis II mission successfully completed its trans-lunar injection burn on Day 2, setting the stage for a human lunar flyby after over five decades.
- Early in the journey, NASA encountered several challenges that were addressed through meticulous planning and real-time adjustments.
Health & Safety Research
- Review of NASA’s Evidence Reports on Human Health Risks: 2017 Letter Report (2018): Analyzes risks of adverse health outcomes and performance decrements due to in-flight medical conditions during human spaceflight.
News and Reports
- 2026-04-11: 2026 04 11 [[concepts/artemis-ii-mission-simulation|Artemis II Simulated Missio