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NASA and SpaceX face complex refueling challenge for Artemis IV moon mission

Original: To get the Artemis IV mission to the moon, will require NASA and SpaceX execute multiple launches JUST to refuel the roc

Getting NASA's Artemis IV mission to the moon will require NASA and SpaceX to carry out multiple launches purely to refuel the rocket before it departs, a process known as orbital propellant transfer. The exact number of refueling flights needed remains unclear, highlighting a major technical and logistical hurdle for the program.

Why now: The scale and uncertainty of the refueling campaign required for the Artemis IV mission is drawing attention as a key challenge for returning humans to the moon.

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• To get the Artemis IV mission to the moon, will require NASA and SpaceX execute multiple launches JUST to refuel the rocket - known as "Orbital Propellant Transfer". And it is NOT exactly clear how many launches will be needed. https://www. space.com/space-exploration/ar… · BrentD@techhub.social · 1

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