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ispace's Mission 2 heralds a new chapter in moon missions with its state-of-the-art micro rover.

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CEO Takeshi Hakamada emphasizes the rapid, six-month progress from Mission 1 to Mission 2.

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The rover, a marvel of engineering, boasts a lightweight, durable CFRP frame.

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Weighing approximately 5 kg, the rover is equipped with a forward-mounted HD camera and specialized wheels for lunar terrain.

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Mission 2 aligns with NASA's Artemis program, focusing on lunar regolith collection.

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The micro rover's development, supported by ESA and the Luxembourg Space Agency, signifies international collaboration in space tech.

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 The "RESILIENCE" lunar lander showcases improvements based on Mission 1's insights.

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Diverse payloads, including water electrolyzer equipment and a deep space radiation probe, add scientific depth to the mission.

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 New partnerships, like with Epiroc for regolith collection, highlight the collaborative nature of Mission 2.

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