Japan Moon lander survives lunar night

Japan’s moon lander, Kaguya, has successfully survived the harsh conditions of the lunar night, a crucial test for the spacecraft’s longevity on the moon’s surface.

The lander, which is part of Japan’s lunar exploration mission, was designed to withstand the extreme cold and darkness of the lunar night, which lasts for about 14 days. During this time, temperatures can drop to as low as -280 degrees Fahrenheit.

Scientists and engineers at the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) were thrilled to receive signals from the lander after the lunar night, confirming that it had survived the ordeal. This success is a significant milestone for Japan’s mission to explore the moon and conduct scientific research.

Kaguya was launched in September 2020 and successfully landed on the moon in March 2021. Since then, it has been conducting a series of experiments and collecting valuable data about the moon’s surface and environment.

This achievement demonstrates Japan’s commitment to space exploration and its ability to develop advanced technology for missions to other celestial bodies. With Kaguya’s successful survival of the lunar night, Japan is now one step closer to unlocking the mysteries of the moon and expanding our understanding of the universe.