SEOUL, 30th October, 2024 (WAM) -- The Republic of Korea's national space agency said Wednesday it will join hands with the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to conduct studies related to the moon exploration Artemis programme.
According to Yohnap News Agency, the Korea AeroSpace Administration (KASA) has signed a study agreement on the Artemis programme with NASA, aimed at conducting research projects for sustainable exploration of the Moon and preparations for Mars exploration, according to its officials.
Under the agreement, KASA and NASA will collaborate to conduct feasibility studies on lunar landers, space communications, positioning, navigation and timing, tools and applications to support astronauts, and space-based life sciences and medical operations.
The projects also include lunar surface science and autonomous power, robotics and mobility systems, as well as activities in the cis-lunar space, which refers to the region of space between the Earth and the Moon.