This presentation from the chief scientists working on the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) and the Lunar Crater Observation and Sensing Satellite (LCROSS) covers the mission objectives of both spacecraft including a guide to the array of sensing instruments and their role during each mission.
LRO will map the topography and surface temperature of the Moon in order to identify regions which are safe for a lunar landing and are of scientific interest.
LCROSS will be a short lived mission in terms of data collection since it sole purpose is to observe a controlled lunar impact by its spent upper stage Centaur rocket prior to its own impact shortly afterward.
In addition to LCROSS other assets will observe the impact of the Centaur rocket and LCROSS itself which will include the Hubble Space Telescope, earthbound telescopes and the LRO.
Tuesday 23 June 2009
Scientists explain LRO and LCROSS Lunar mission objectives and instruments
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