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I would've thought something like that would be do-able given we've landed on the moon, but also quite useful for discovering more about it.
Curiousity28 said:I would've thought something like that would be do-able given we've landed on the moon, but also quite useful for discovering more about it.
seasnake said:Yesterday I watched a program that questioned whether man actually went to the moon, or whether it was all faked. The program said that the Chinese (I think it was the Chinese, could be wrong on this) were launching a satellite program that would take close up photos of the surface of the moon. The interesting thing about the program was that it stated that the range rover, flag, and other equipment that the Apollo Mission left upon the surface of the moon should still be there if man really did land on the moon, and that if such equipment is there, then it should all be able to be varified by looking at it from space (we don't have anything powerful enough yet to see any of it from Earth).
If hoaxsters believe the photos taken by astronauts on the moon were faked, what possible reason would they have for believing that new photos of lower quality taken by satellites were not faked?seasnake said:The interesting thing about the program was that it stated that the range rover, flag, and other equipment that the Apollo Mission left upon the surface of the moon should still be there if man really did land on the moon, and that if such equipment is there, then it should all be able to be varified by looking at it from space (we don't have anything powerful enough yet to see any of it from Earth).
The primary reason for not launching artificial satellites that orbit the Moon is the high cost and technical complexity of such missions. Unlike Earth, the Moon does not have a significant atmosphere to help slow down and stabilize the orbit of a satellite. This requires precise trajectory calculations and maneuvering, making it much more challenging and expensive compared to launching satellites in Earth's orbit.
Yes, several attempts have been made by different space agencies and countries to launch satellites that orbit the Moon. However, only a few have been successful due to the technical challenges involved. The Soviet Union, USA, Japan, and China are some of the countries that have successfully launched lunar orbiters.
Satellites orbiting the Moon can provide valuable data and insights about the lunar surface, its geological features, and resources. They can also aid in communication and navigation for future lunar missions. Furthermore, studying the Moon's orbit and its effects on the satellite can help scientists better understand orbital mechanics and spacecraft operations.
Yes, several space agencies and private companies have announced plans to launch satellites that orbit the Moon in the near future. NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter is currently orbiting the Moon, and they have plans for more lunar missions, including launching a satellite to study the Moon's water resources. Private companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin also have plans to launch lunar orbiters for commercial and scientific purposes.
Yes, there are several challenges and risks associated with launching satellites that orbit the Moon. As mentioned earlier, the technical complexity and high cost of these missions are significant challenges. Additionally, the harsh lunar environment, including extreme temperatures, radiation, and micrometeoroid impacts, can pose risks to the satellites. Furthermore, the lack of a robust communication infrastructure on the Moon can make it difficult to control and communicate with the satellites in real-time.