The World’s First Lunar Spacejunk Return Mission.
Our goal: demonstrate retrieval of Space Junk orbiting the Moon.
In 2033, an Australian orbital transport vehicle will enter Lunar Orbit, to rendezvous with and capture Space Junk orbiting the Moon from one of only four stable lunar orbital planes. By returning the junk to Earth demonstrating responsible, sustainable Lunar space operations, Lunar Ascent will inspire the Nation and the World.
Become a part of Australia’s World First Lunar Boomerang mission to clean up Space Debris around the Moon, right at the beginning of a surge of orbital and robotic missions. Inspire Australia’s technological, social and economic dynamism for decades to come.
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Lunar Return Rideshare
Alongside our primary Lunar Space Junk Return mission, Lunar Ascent will also run Australia's first lunar rideshare program, enabling Australian organisations to undertake ground-breaking lunar R&D.
Our Members
Amazing Members of all different types are fundamental to Lunar Ascent's success.
The Lunar Ascent Initiative is a Not For Profit entity.
Our purpose:
Achieve the objectives of the Lunar Ascent Manifesto
Provide funding and management to support the Lunar Ascent Pathfinder Mission and Rideshare Program, and
Provide governance and oversight in accordance with the Lunar Ascent Manifesto.
Lunar Ascent Initiative
Our Manifesto provides the governance and management principles that drive the decision making by the Australian Lunar Rideshare Initiative in its pursuit of its vision and mission.
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