TWiS 224: The Science of Artemis - What We'll Do on the Moon

It has been said that the Moon is a harsh mistress, and nowhere is this more apparent than at the lunar south pole. That is, however, where the Artemis program is headed, and we need to figure out how to best explore the region. Dr. David Kring of the Universities Space Research Association's Lunar and Planetary Institute joins us to explore the where, whys, and hows of the Artemis Program's lunar exploration plans, and the answers--and risks--that await us.

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Main Topic: The Science and Planning of the Artemis Lunar Program

Criteria and Studies for Selecting Artemis Landing Sites

South Pole Resource Advantages: Continuous Solar Power and Potential Volatiles

Scientific Promise of the Schrödinger Impact Basin vs. South Pole Mandate

The Value of Lunar Sample Return for Transformational Science

Unique Terrain and Operational Challenges of the Lunar South Polar Region

Training, Mobility, and the Role of Human Exploration versus Robotics