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EADS Astrium to carry out feasibility studies for future Moon landings

Bremen, Germany - With a € 1 million contract awarded by the German Aerospace Center

EADS Astrium has been commissioned by the German Aerospace Centre (DLR) to conduct a study for the testing of future moon landings. The aim is to prove the technological feasibility of a soft and precise robotic landing on the moon. The study will last nine months and be worth nearly € 1 million. It will conclude when the technical specifications for the landing vehicle have been determined. The n...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1105511
Rome, Italy, 06/08/2009 13:53
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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