NASA will launch a crucial test flight in less than 24 hours. 9News
new moon rocket remained on track to blast off on a crucial test flight in less than 24 hours, despite a series of lightning strikes at the launch pad.
Astronauts could return to the moon in a few years, if this six-week test flight goes well. NASA officials caution, however, that the risks are high and the flight could be cut short.In lieu of astronauts, three test dummies are strapped into the Orion capsule to measure vibration, acceleration and radiation, one of the biggest hazards to humans in deep space. The capsule alone has more than 1000 sensors.
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