NASA’s Stennis Space Center

NASA completed a full-duration, 500-second hot fire of an RS-25 certification engine on January 17, continuing a critical test series to support future SLS (Space Launch System) missions to the Moon and beyond as NASA explores the secrets of the universe for the benefit of all. Credit: NASA/Danny NowlinNASA advances Artemis missions with a successful RS-25 engine test, aiming to certify engines for the SLS rocket’s future lunar explorations, beginning with Artemis V.NASA continued a critical test series for future flights…

NASA completed a full duration, 650-second hot fire of the RS-25 certification engine on November 29, continuing a critical test series to support future SLS missions to deep space as NASA explores the secrets of the universe for the benefit of all. Credit: Danny Nowlin, NASA NASA’s third RS-25 engine test on November 29 was a key part of a 12-test series for certifying the engines used in the SLS rocket for Artemis missions. The tests, which involve advanced manufacturing processes like 3D printing, aim to ensure…