Friday, December 6, 2013

China's Lunar Rover Set To Enter Lunar Orbit Friday Night

Hey Space Placers!

China's lunar rover is set to enter lunar orbit late Friday night according to this news release:
http://www.scmp.com/news/china/article/1374434/chinas-lunar-probe-will-reach-moon-orbit-tonight

The rover is targeting Sinus Iridum with a touchdown expected near Laplace A as seen in this Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Wide Angle Camera photo:


Touchdown is set for around the 14th. Hopefully China will elect to be open with their mission and its results.

Sky Guy in VA

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