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NASA Tests Self-Repairing Computer for Safer Moon Missions

1/12/2025

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NASA is putting the innovative Radiation Tolerant Computer (RadPC) to the test on the Moon, thanks to Montana State University and Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost 1 lander. This groundbreaking technology not only self-repairs radiation damage but also monitors lunar radiation levels, paving the way for safer and more resilient future Artemis missions.

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NASA is putting the innovative Radiation Tolerant Computer (RadPC) to the test on the Moon, thanks to Montana State University and Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost 1 lander. This groundbreaking technology not only self-repairs radiation damage but also monitors lunar radiation levels, paving the way for safer and more resilient future Artemis missions.