Engineers Power Up Crew Module for First Artemis Mission

 Engineers Power Up Crew Module: The team of engineers at NASA’s Johnson Space Center successfully powered up the first artemis module in preparation for a test mission with astronauts. Currently, there are five modules being built so that they can be used for future missions.

The Orion Crew Module for Artemis II

Engineers have successfully powered up the Orion crew module for the Artemis II mission. “This is an important milestone in our journey to send humans to Mars,” said Jim Green, Director of NASA’s Planetary Science Division. “We are moving closer every day to putting humans on the Red Planet.” The Orion crew module will now undergo environmental testing before being loaded with four astronauts and their gear for launch in late 2018.

Why the mission is important

Engineers power up crew module for first artemis mission with astronauts Engineers have completed the installation of the critical power and propulsion systems necessary for the first Artemis mission, which launches in just under two months. The crew module has been pressurized, sealed and prepared for a final technical check before launch. This vital first step will ensure that our astronauts are safe and secure as they travel to and explore the new planet beyond our own. “The installation of these systems is an important milestone on our journey to send humans to Mars,” said Jim Bridenstine, NASA Administrator.

“This success underscores the teamwork between NASA’s engineers and contractors who are committed to making this exploration possible.” These systems will provide enough power to both enter and exit orbit around Earth, as well as carry out all of the scientific experiments required for a long-duration stay on the Red Planet. The modules also include essential life support systems need by our astronaut crews, including food, water and air. With everything installed and checked, we’re now one step closer to taking American astronauts further into space than ever before.