2ArmsGoin3
2ArmsGoin3 t1_iztdrq6 wrote
Reply to SpaceX has successfully launched iSpace's Hakuto-R M1 moon lander into a low-energy transfer ballistic lunar transfer trajectory. The 340 kg (750 lbs) craft is expected to land on the Moon in April 2023. by lughnasadh
Can someone ELI5 why it will take until April to reach the moon? Does the ‘low-energy transfer ballistic lunar transfer trajectory’ mean that it’s slowly drifting towards the moon? If so what was the reason behind this choice versus quickly going to the destination? Thanks in advance!
2ArmsGoin3 t1_iztn8s7 wrote
Reply to comment by seanbrockest in SpaceX has successfully launched iSpace's Hakuto-R M1 moon lander into a low-energy transfer ballistic lunar transfer trajectory. The 340 kg (750 lbs) craft is expected to land on the Moon in April 2023. by lughnasadh
Thank you for the explanation, that makes sense!