US space agency NASA launched its reusable manned lunar mission Artemis II An important test has been done for which “Vehicle Confidence Test” It is said. this step circle flight around the moon And has been taken before the launch of the mission to ensure safety.
this test February 12, 2026 was done, in which Space Launch System (SLS) Main parts of rocket – core stage In liquid hydrogen Part of was filled and new ones were planted in that part seals The capacity was evaluated. This shows how ready the rocket’s systems are in preparation for actual flight.
something during the test Ground support equipment (equipment permanently attached to the ground) A problem occurred due to which the flow of hydrogen in the rocket was slightly reduced. Currently NASA engineers are using this data in-depth review and a second “wet dress rehearsal” test for the next stage. this month Are planning to organize. March is now considered to be the first time frame for a possible launch.
This test was extremely important for NASA, because it would be the first time that Manned mission Artemis II There will be tests of life-support and deep space systems. previous missions Artemis I This flight was carried out without humans, but this time four astronauts around the moon Going to go and come back.
In this mission of NASA SLS rocket And Orion spacecraft Will be used, which is the largest and most advanced manned space vehicle ever. This mission is considered a major step towards NASA’s goal of landing on the lunar surface and long-term research.
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