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NASA Tests Technology for Safer Planetary Landings
NASA tested a system that helps spacecraft navigate to safe landing sites without human control. An Alta-X drone completed simulated lunar descent and landing maneuvers in an August flight, demonstrating technology could support missions to the Moon and other planets.
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