Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

SLIM Lands on the Moon

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 30, 2024 is “SLIM Lands on the Moon,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: JAXA , Takara Tomy , Sony Co. , Doshisha U.). The original explanation runs about 172 words.

The lunar surface is shown with a box-like gold-colored machine in the middle. A close inspection of the machine reveals that its thrusters are at the top, so it is on its side. The background sky is dark. Two horizontal lines are an artifa
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: JAXA , Takara Tomy , Sony Co. , Doshisha U. Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“New landers are on the Moon. Nearly two weeks ago, Japan ‘s Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM) released two rovers as it descended, before its main lander touched down itself.”

— APOD editors, January 30, 2024

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
January 30, 2024
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: JAXA , Takara Tomy , Sony Co. , Doshisha U.
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 172 words

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