NASA, the genius space administration that has shaped the world’s astronomical future, takes a lot of effort and intelligence to work on and improve what the world knows about astronomy and aeronautics. Over the years, NASA has enhanced their technology and calculations, and more recently, a new upgrade has been their attempt at traveling back to the moon. This mission will consist of three parts: Artemis I; Artemis II; and Artemis III.

Artemis I was launched November 16, 2022 and it was to orbit around the moon. No astronauts were on this trip, but NASA is working on bringing them along for further missions. The test run was completed December 11, 2023 but Artemis II and III’s goals will be a little different. For the second mission, NASA plans to have a crewed flight on the Orion spacecraft and travel to and beyond the moon! This will be the furthest mankind would have ever ventured into space before. The third mission will land the first female astronaut and astronaut of color on the moon. 

The main goals are to confirm the spacecraft’s operating system, bring the first female and person of color to the moon, and make new scientific discoveries, all by maintaining America’s leadership in exploration and creating an inspiration for new generations. If NASA reaches their goals, they will be looking towards projects all the way up to Artemis 13. Up to this point, Artemis I has been successful, as engineers, scientists, and aerospace specialists are all working to achieve their desire for additional Artemis missions. There is so much more beyond our world to explore, and NASA is helping us every step of the way.