The decision, however, sparked outrage from the science community over the loss of the precious robot.
The lunar lander managed to touchdown on the lunar surface, but its landing wasnt so smooth.
Hopefully, itll have better luck with VIPER.
The VIPER rover was supposed to launch in late 2023.NASA/Helen Arase Vargas
The rover would then launch sometime in late 2027.
NASA has turned to the private sector for help before.
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