The Astrobotic Peregrine lunar lander, which was attempting to be the first U.S.

Astrobotic Technology's Peregrine robotic lunar lander experienced a technical glitch in space, casting doubt on the startup's plans to land the spacecraft on the moon at the end of February. An issue with the spacecraft's propulsion may be to blame for preventing the lander from reaching the right orientation. The company said it was "assessing what alternative mission profiles may be feasible at this time," indicating that a lunar landing attempt may no longer be an option.

January 08, 2024
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