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VIPER Program Canceled by NASA

Cites Cost Overruns, Launch Scheduling Issues

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Tom Patton
Jul 22, 2024
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Following a comprehensive internal review, NASA says it will discontinue development of its VIPER (Volatiles Investigating Polar Exploration Rover) project.

"Our path forward will make maximum use of the technology and work that went into VIPER, while preserving critical funds to support our robust lunar portfolio."
Nicola Fox, NASA

NASA stated cost incre…

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