🚀Artemis II is the first crewed mission to fly further into space than any human ever has.
🌕The crew will explore the moon's south pole to gather resources for future missions.
🌎The ultimate goal of the mission is to send humans to Mars.
🌟The mission marks a historic moment with the first Canadian, first woman, and first person of color on a lunar mission.
💻Advancements in technology have improved spacecraft capabilities since the last mission to the moon.
Why is the crew exploring the moon's south pole?
—The crew is exploring the moon's south pole because it is believed to have water ice, a valuable resource that can be used for future missions and potentially for reaching Mars.
What is the main goal of the Artemis II mission?
—The main goal of the Artemis II mission is to gather resources and gain experience working on the moon in preparation for future missions to Mars.
Who is part of the Artemis II crew?
—The Artemis II crew includes astronauts from NASA, including the first Canadian, first woman, and first person of color on a lunar mission.
How long will the Artemis II mission last?
—The Artemis II mission is expected to last for approximately ten days.
What advancements in technology have improved spacecraft capabilities?
—Advancements in manufacturing technology and computing power have improved spacecraft capabilities since the last mission to the moon.
00:02Stephen introduces the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission.
01:10The crew's mission is to fly further into space than any human ever has, with the ultimate goal of reaching Mars.
02:19The crew will explore the moon's south pole to gather resources for future missions.
04:52The Artemis II mission is historic, with the first Canadian, first woman, and first person of color on a lunar mission.
06:52The crew discusses the advancements in technology since the last mission to the moon.
