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September 17, 2024
Unicorn News: The Latest in Space - September 17, 2024
NASA, in collaboration with global partners, has initiated a project to establish Coordinated Lunar Time (LTC) for moon missions. This unified time system is essential for the Artemis program and future space exploration, ensuring safety and efficiency in lunar activities.
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() NASA Initiates Project to Establish Coordinated Lunar Time for Moon Missions
NASA, in collaboration with international partners, has announced the launch of a project to establish Coordinated Lunar Time (LTC), a unified time system for lunar missions. This system will be based on a 'weighted average of atomic clocks on the Moon.' The LTC is a vital component of NASA's Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the Moon and establish a sustained presence there. A unified time system is essential for coordinating activities and ensuring the safety and efficiency of lunar missions. Furthermore, the time system developed for the Moon will be adaptable for use on Mars and other celestial bodies, aiding long-duration exploration and supporting the expanding commercial space industry, which requires precise and coordinated time-keeping for safe and sustainable operations.
