NASA has awarded significant contracts totaling $795 million aimed at bolstering its lunar ambitions and establishing a long-term base. These funds are strategically allocated across several key projects designed to enhance operations around the Moon. Specifically, NASA is investing in commercial robotic delivery systems for transporting cargo to the lunar surface. A new nuclear-powered rover, designated PROMISE, is receiving substantial support for scientific exploration activities. Furthermore, the awards encompass advancements in launch and orbital transfer technologies alongside the development of necessary surface infrastructure, all undertaken in collaboration with American companies.
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