<p>Odysseus, an American lunar lander that had a doomed, wonky descent on the moon, sent its final image&nbsp;on Thursday&nbsp;before its power banks depleted, said Intuitive Machines (IM), the private company behind the project that saw America reach the Moon after over 50 years.</p>

<h2><strong>The final image</strong></h2>

<p>The photograph "showcases the crescent Earth in the backdrop, a subtle reminder of humanity's presence in the universe," said IM. As per the company, the image was actually captured more than a week back on February 22, the day Odysseus touched down near the Moon's south pole. However, it was only received on Thursday.</p>

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<p>"Goodnight, Odie. We hope to hear from you again," said the company to the spaceship that achieved America's first lunar touchdown since the manned Apollo 17 mission in 1972.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Before its power was depleted, Odysseus completed a fitting farewell transmission. Received today, this image from February 22nd showcases the crescent Earth in the backdrop, a subtle reminder of humanity’s presence in the universe.<br />
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<h2><strong>Is Odysseus out of commission forever?</strong></h2>

<p>With the onset of the long lunar night, flight controllers cannot attempt to awaken the lander for another two or three weeks. However, nothing is certain. Recently, Japan's SLIM spaceship, which in January had landed upside down, was successfully resurrected.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Odysseus moon landing: Historic mission reaches lunar surface</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Toppled over craft</strong></h2>

<p>Odysseus reached the Moon last Thursday (Feb 22) after an 11th-hour navigational glitch and white-knuckle descent that ended with it landing in a sideways or sharply tilted position. This toppled position has impeded the spacecraft's communications and solar-charging capability.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/us-spaceship-odysseus-may-have-tipped-over-on-moon-surface-likely-fractured-landing-equipment-693303">US spaceship Odysseus may have 'tipped over' on Moon surface, likely 'fractured' landing equipment</a></strong></p>

<p>On Friday, Intuitive Machines said that two of the spacecraft's communication antennae were pointed the wrong way and thus were knocked out of commission. Likewise, Odysseus' solar panels were facing the wrong direction, thereby limiting the vehicle's ability to recharge its batteries.</p>

<p>As per the company, the navigational issues were due to human error.</p>

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Odysseus, an American lunar lander that had a doomed, wonky descent on the moon, sent its final image on Thursday before its power banks depleted, said Intuitive Machines (IM), the private company behind the project that saw America reach the Moon after over 50 years.

Odysseus, an American lunar lander that had a doomed, wonky descent on the moon, sent its final image on Thursday before its power banks depleted, said Intuitive Machines (IM), the private company behind the project that saw America reach the Moon after over 50 years. The final image The photograph "showcases the crescent Earth in the backdrop, a subtle reminder of humanity's presence in the universe," said IM. As per the company, the image was actually captured more than a week back on February 22, the day Odysseus touched down near the Moon's south pole. However, it was only received on Thursday. Also read | 'Quite the photographer': US lunar spacecraft Odysseus shares new pictures "Goodnight, Odie. We hope to hear from you again," said the company to the spaceship that achieved America's first lunar touchdown since the manned Apollo 17 mission in 1972. Before its power was depleted, Odysseus completed a fitting farewell transmission. Received today, this image from February 22nd showcases the crescent Earth in the backdrop, a subtle reminder of humanity’s presence in the universe. Goodnight, Odie. We hope to hear from you… pic.twitter.com/RwOWsH1TSz — Intuitive Machines (@Int_Machines) February 29, 2024 × Is Odysseus out of commission forever? With the onset of the long lunar night, flight controllers cannot attempt to awaken the lander for another two or three weeks. However, nothing is certain. Recently, Japan's SLIM spaceship, which in January had landed upside down, was successfully resurrected. Watch: Odysseus moon landing: Historic mission reaches lunar surface Toppled over craft Odysseus reached the Moon last Thursday (Feb 22) after an 11th-hour navigational glitch and white-knuckle descent that ended with it landing in a sideways or sharply tilted position. This toppled position has impeded the spacecraft's communications and solar-charging capability. Watch | US spaceship Odysseus may have 'tipped over' on Moon surface, likely 'fractured' landing equipment On Friday, Intuitive Machines said that two of the spacecraft's communication antennae were pointed the wrong way and thus were knocked out of commission. Likewise, Odysseus' solar panels were facing the wrong direction, thereby limiting the vehicle's ability to recharge its batteries. As per the company, the navigational issues were due to human error. (With inputs from agencies)

'Goodnight Odie': Wonky US Moon lander Odysseus goes dark with power banks depleted

<p>Exciting new images of the moon lander Odysseus have emerged against the backdrop of the moon's South Pole.&nbsp;Intuitive Machines, the Houston-based company behind&nbsp;the Odysseus lander, shared new photos at a press briefing Wednesday showing how the lander descended on the moon's surface. It landed in an eroded crater near the lunar south pole, tripping as it did, leading it to lean on one&nbsp;side.</p>

<p>The new photos also show one of its legs snapped as it tried to touchdown.</p>

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<h2>Odysseus to be put to sleep</h2>

<p>US spacecraft Odysseus, days after its touchdown on the moon, is all set to be "put to sleep" on cold lunar nights. Until then, the moon lander will utilise solar power to remain operational.&nbsp;Odysseus is the first American spacecraft to touch down on the Moon since Apollo 17 in 1972. It achieved a soft landing on the lunar surface on February 22.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Intuitive Machines CEO Steve Altemus expressed optimism about reviving the craft in approximately three weeks when the sunlight returns.&nbsp;"What we're going to do is kind of tuck Ody in for the cold night of the moon, and see if we can't wake him up here when we get the solar noon," in about three weeks, he said.</p>

<p>Despite encountering challenges, including a tipping incident upon landing, the mission garnered praise from NASA as well. CEO Altemus highlighted the wealth of data gathered, crucial for reconstructing the mission.</p>

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<p>"What we've gotten in terms of data on the vehicle is a tremendous amount of the guidance, navigation control data, all the propulsion data, all the performance data for the vehicle that will allow us to completely reconstruct the mission," Altemus reportedly said at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, US.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The officials also acknowledged the uncertainties about battery functionality post-lunar night but emphasised the importance of attempting a revival.&nbsp;"Why not try?" said Altemus.</p>

<h2>Sending humans back to the Moon</h2>

<p>NASA's payment towards the mission ($120 million to Intuitive Machines) aligns with its broader lunar exploration objectives, aiming to return astronauts to the Moon and advance scientific understanding, particularly regarding the lunar south pole.</p>

<p>Odysseus, equipped with NASA instruments, is already helping conduct&nbsp;experiments crucial for these future endeavours.</p>

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<p>Despite challenges, the mission is heralding a new era in lunar exploration. "We've fundamentally changed the economics of landing on the moon," Altemus said.</p>

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<p>Intuitive Machines' upcoming Moon missions, part of NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services initiative, reflect ongoing collaboration between the private sector and space agencies.</p>

<p>Artemis, marking the US' return to the Moon after five decades, also symbolises renewed ambitions for lunar exploration and lays the groundwork for future space endeavours.</p>

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Exciting new images of the moon lander Odysseus have emerged against the backdrop of the moon's South Pole. Intuitive Machines, the Houston-based company behind the Odysseus lander, shared new photos at a press briefing Wednesday showing how the lander descended on the moon's surface.

Exciting new images of the moon lander Odysseus have emerged against the backdrop of the moon's South Pole. Intuitive Machines, the Houston-based company behind the Odysseus lander, shared new photos at a press briefing Wednesday showing how the lander descended on the moon's surface. It landed in an eroded crater near the lunar south pole, tripping as it did, leading it to lean on one side. The new photos also show one of its legs snapped as it tried to touchdown. New images from a "scrappy little guy" on the Moon 📷 Photos show @Int_Machines' Odysseus lander making first contact with the lunar surface while the spacecraft's descent engine was throttling. All powered NASA experiments aboard continue operating: https://t.co/rx2BWtB2X0 pic.twitter.com/jzqJSW7wHl — NASA (@NASA) February 28, 2024 × Taken on February 27th, flight controllers commanded Odysseus to capture a new image using its narrow-field-of-view camera. Previous attempts to send photos from landing and the days following returned unusable imagery. After successfully transmitting the image to Earth, flight… pic.twitter.com/Qv0C3aSV9H — Intuitive Machines (@Int_Machines) February 28, 2024 × Odysseus to be put to sleep US spacecraft Odysseus, days after its touchdown on the moon, is all set to be "put to sleep" on cold lunar nights. Until then, the moon lander will utilise solar power to remain operational. Odysseus is the first American spacecraft to touch down on the Moon since Apollo 17 in 1972. It achieved a soft landing on the lunar surface on February 22. Intuitive Machines CEO Steve Altemus expressed optimism about reviving the craft in approximately three weeks when the sunlight returns. "What we're going to do is kind of tuck Ody in for the cold night of the moon, and see if we can't wake him up here when we get the solar noon," in about three weeks, he said. Despite encountering challenges, including a tipping incident upon landing, the mission garnered praise from NASA as well. CEO Altemus highlighted the wealth of data gathered, crucial for reconstructing the mission. Also Read | Empathy can be socially transmitted, scientists confirm "What we've gotten in terms of data on the vehicle is a tremendous amount of the guidance, navigation control data, all the propulsion data, all the performance data for the vehicle that will allow us to completely reconstruct the mission," Altemus reportedly said at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, US. The officials also acknowledged the uncertainties about battery functionality post-lunar night but emphasised the importance of attempting a revival. "Why not try?" said Altemus. Sending humans back to the Moon NASA's payment towards the mission ($120 million to Intuitive Machines) aligns with its broader lunar exploration objectives, aiming to return astronauts to the Moon and advance scientific understanding, particularly regarding the lunar south pole. Odysseus, equipped with NASA instruments, is already helping conduct experiments crucial for these future endeavours. Also Read | Young adults’ sleep woes tied to muscle dysmorphia, study finds Despite challenges, the mission is heralding a new era in lunar exploration. "We've fundamentally changed the economics of landing on the moon," Altemus said. Watch | Gravitas | Can a ₹100 tablet stop cancer from relapsing? × Intuitive Machines' upcoming Moon missions, part of NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services initiative, reflect ongoing collaboration between the private sector and space agencies. Artemis, marking the US' return to the Moon after five decades, also symbolises renewed ambitions for lunar exploration and lays the groundwork for future space endeavours. (With inputs from agencies)

Odysseus: Pictures show private US lander with a snapped leg as it descends on the Moon

<p>Odysseus, the toppled US Spacecraft at the end of its fifth day (Tuesday, Feb 28) on the lunar surface, was still operational, reported Texas-based Intuitive Machines (IM). However, as per their estimates, the spacecraft was in its final hours before it was expected to go dark.</p>

<h2><strong>Day five update</strong></h2>

<p>Intuitive Machines in an update posted on Tuesday said that Flight Controllers from its control centre in Houston remained in contact with the lander which has "efficiently sent payload science data and imagery in furtherance of the company's mission objectives."</p>

<p>"Flight controllers are working on final determination of battery life on the lander, which may continue up to an additional 10-20 hours," it added.</p>

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<p>Posting pictures captured by Odysseus on X, it said: "The images included here are the closest observations of any spaceflight mission to the south pole region of the Moon."</p>

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<p>"Odysseus is quite the photographer, capturing this image approximately 30 meters above the lunar surface, while his main engine throttled down more than 24,000 mph. Another day of exploration on the south pole region of the Moon," it added.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Odysseus moon landing: Historic mission reaches lunar surface</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Toppled over craft</strong></h2>

<p>Odysseus reached the Moon last Thursday (Feb 22) after an 11th-hour navigational glitch and white-knuckle descent that ended with it landing in a sideways or sharply tilted position. This toppled position has impeded the spacecraft's communications and solar-charging capability.</p>

<p>On Friday, Intuitive Machines said that two of the spacecraft's communication antennae were pointed the wrong way and thus were knocked out of commission. Likewise, Odysseus' solar panels were facing the wrong direction, thereby limiting the vehicle's ability to recharge its batteries.</p>

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<p>As per the company, the navigational issues were due to human error.</p>

<p>The mission, which was intended to operate on the lunar surface for about seven to 10 days, is expected to go dark soon. On Tuesday morning, IM said that it expects to lose contact with Odysseus, however, as per the latest update, it may continue to operate for "up to an additional 10-20 hours."</p>

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Odysseus, the toppled US Spacecraft at the end of its fifth day (Tuesday, Feb 28) on the lunar surface, was still operational, reported Texas-based Intuitive Machines (IM).

Odysseus, the toppled US Spacecraft at the end of its fifth day (Tuesday, Feb 28) on the lunar surface, was still operational, reported Texas-based Intuitive Machines (IM). However, as per their estimates, the spacecraft was in its final hours before it was expected to go dark. Day five update Intuitive Machines in an update posted on Tuesday said that Flight Controllers from its control centre in Houston remained in contact with the lander which has "efficiently sent payload science data and imagery in furtherance of the company's mission objectives." "Flight controllers are working on final determination of battery life on the lander, which may continue up to an additional 10-20 hours," it added. Also read | Ill-fated Odysseus lander sends grainy images from Moon hours before going dark Posting pictures captured by Odysseus on X, it said: "The images included here are the closest observations of any spaceflight mission to the south pole region of the Moon." Flight Controllers continue to communicate with Odysseus. This morning, Odysseus efficiently sent payload science data and imagery in furtherance of the Company’s mission objectives. Flight controllers are working on final determination of battery life on the lander, which may… pic.twitter.com/EbZ1NNOrvO — Intuitive Machines (@Int_Machines) February 27, 2024 × "Odysseus is quite the photographer, capturing this image approximately 30 meters above the lunar surface, while his main engine throttled down more than 24,000 mph. Another day of exploration on the south pole region of the Moon," it added. Watch: Odysseus moon landing: Historic mission reaches lunar surface Toppled over craft Odysseus reached the Moon last Thursday (Feb 22) after an 11th-hour navigational glitch and white-knuckle descent that ended with it landing in a sideways or sharply tilted position. This toppled position has impeded the spacecraft's communications and solar-charging capability. On Friday, Intuitive Machines said that two of the spacecraft's communication antennae were pointed the wrong way and thus were knocked out of commission. Likewise, Odysseus' solar panels were facing the wrong direction, thereby limiting the vehicle's ability to recharge its batteries. Watch | US spaceship Odysseus may have 'tipped over' on Moon surface, likely 'fractured' landing equipment As per the company, the navigational issues were due to human error. The mission, which was intended to operate on the lunar surface for about seven to 10 days, is expected to go dark soon. On Tuesday morning, IM said that it expects to lose contact with Odysseus, however, as per the latest update, it may continue to operate for "up to an additional 10-20 hours." (With inputs from agencies)

'Quite the photographer': US lunar spacecraft Odysseus shares new pictures

<p>The Odysseus spacecraft, the first private US Moon lander, on Monday (Feb 26) beamed new images back home as it rests on a rock after landing on its side. The vehicle touched down on the lunar surface on Thursday (Feb 22), prompting mixed reactions from its controllers.</p>

<p>Grainy images shared by Intuitive Machines, the parent company of Odysseus, encompass the harrowing journey of the lander.</p>

<p>The shaky landing ended up pointing the lander’s antennas in an unfavourable direction, making communication with the spaceship extremely challenging.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Odysseus moon landing: Historic mission reaches lunar surface</strong></p>

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<p>The company posted on X that it would lose contact with the lander Tuesday morning. Initially, the company had said the lander would operate on the lunar surface for eight to nine days.</p>

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<p>“Flight controllers intend to collect data until the lander’s solar panels are no longer exposed to light,” the company said in the update posted on the social media platform X. “Based on Earth and Moon positioning, we believe flight controllers will continue to communicate with Odysseus until Tuesday morning.”</p>

<p>One of the images shared by Odysseus was captured “approximately 35 seconds after pitching over during its approach to the landing site,” the company said in the post.</p>

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<p>Intuitive Machines also shared a picture captured by NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, or LRO, which has been circling the moon since 2009, showing the ill-fated spacecraft’s landing site.</p>

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<p>The company added the vehicle landed within 1.5 kilometres (5,000 feet) of its intended landing site, “representing the furthest south any vehicle has been able to land on the Moon and establish communication with ground controllers.”</p>

<p>Odysseus is carrying six science and tech demonstration payloads with it, an endeavour backed by a $118 million contract with NASA.</p>

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<p>Odysseus also carried a few pieces of cargo from the private sector, including a work of art and a camera, called EagleCam, which was designed to pop off the lander and capture a “selfie” of the spacecraft during its final descent.</p>

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The Odysseus spacecraft, the first private US Moon lander, on Monday (Feb 26) beamed new images back home as it rests on a rock after landing on its side. The vehicle touched down on the lunar surface on Thursday (Feb 22), prompting mixed reactions from its controllers.

The Odysseus spacecraft, the first private US Moon lander, on Monday (Feb 26) beamed new images back home as it rests on a rock after landing on its side. The vehicle touched down on the lunar surface on Thursday (Feb 22), prompting mixed reactions from its controllers. Grainy images shared by Intuitive Machines, the parent company of Odysseus, encompass the harrowing journey of the lander. The shaky landing ended up pointing the lander’s antennas in an unfavourable direction, making communication with the spaceship extremely challenging. Watch: Odysseus moon landing: Historic mission reaches lunar surface × The company posted on X that it would lose contact with the lander Tuesday morning. Initially, the company had said the lander would operate on the lunar surface for eight to nine days. Also read: NASA posts intriguing image of `cat`s eye` in the sky “Flight controllers intend to collect data until the lander’s solar panels are no longer exposed to light,” the company said in the update posted on the social media platform X. “Based on Earth and Moon positioning, we believe flight controllers will continue to communicate with Odysseus until Tuesday morning.” One of the images shared by Odysseus was captured “approximately 35 seconds after pitching over during its approach to the landing site,” the company said in the post. Odysseus continues to communicate with flight controllers in Nova Control from the lunar surface. After understanding the end-to-end communication requirements, Odysseus sent images from the lunar surface of its vertical descent to its Malapert A landing site, representing the… pic.twitter.com/CuCkOVvBqu — Intuitive Machines (@Int_Machines) February 26, 2024 × Odysseus captured this image approximately 35 seconds after pitching over during its approach to the landing site. The camera is on the starboard aft-side of the lander in this phase. 2/5 (26FEB2024 0745 CST) pic.twitter.com/oUcjk3bCqW — Intuitive Machines (@Int_Machines) February 26, 2024 × Intuitive Machines also shared a picture captured by NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, or LRO, which has been circling the moon since 2009, showing the ill-fated spacecraft’s landing site. Images from NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Camera team confirmed Odysseus completed its landing at 80.13°S and 1.44°E at a 2579 m elevation. After traveling more than 600,000 miles, Odysseus landed within 1.5 km of its intended Malapert A landing site, using a contingent… pic.twitter.com/CaMSSO4Gfb — Intuitive Machines (@Int_Machines) February 26, 2024 × The company added the vehicle landed within 1.5 kilometres (5,000 feet) of its intended landing site, “representing the furthest south any vehicle has been able to land on the Moon and establish communication with ground controllers.” Odysseus is carrying six science and tech demonstration payloads with it, an endeavour backed by a $118 million contract with NASA. Also read: Scientists discover three previously unknown new moons around Uranus and Neptune Odysseus also carried a few pieces of cargo from the private sector, including a work of art and a camera, called EagleCam, which was designed to pop off the lander and capture a “selfie” of the spacecraft during its final descent. (With inputs from agencies)

Ill-fated Odysseus lander sends grainy images from Moon hours before going dark

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