SpaceX rocket's impact crater on the moon spied by Korean lunar orbiter (photos)

The Danuri lunar orbiter, operated by South Korea, successfully captured images of the impact crater created by a recent SpaceX rocket landing on the Moon. The event occurred on Wednesday, August 5th, marking the first time a privately-owned spacecraft has intentionally impacted another celestial body. Analysis indicates the SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket caused a significant depression in the Mare Imbrium region of the lunar surface. These photographs provide valuable data for scientists studying the effects of high-velocity impacts on planetary surfaces. This mission represents an important step in understanding the long-term changes occurring on the moon due to human activity.