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As NASA’s Artemis II mission carries astronauts beyond low Earth orbit for the first time since the Apollo era, humanity is once again venturing deeper into space. The four-person crew is currently on a ten-day journey around the Moon before returning to Earth, marking the first crewed mission of NASA’s new lunar exploration program. The mission represents far more than a symbolic return to the Moon. Artemis II is a crucial step in a broader strategy aimed at establishing a sustained human presence on the lunar surface and preparing for future missions to Mars. Concepts under development include advanced propulsion systems and robotic t...