NASA recently tested new Lunar Terrain Vehicles (LTVs) developed by Intuitive Machines, Lunar Outpost, and Venturi Astrolab.
The tests took place at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston, simulating the moon’s gravity and allowing astronauts to practice driving the rovers, handling equipment, and conducting scientific tasks.
The LTVs are designed to assist astronauts in moving across the lunar surface, carrying tools, and completing scientific tasks.
These tests are part of a year-long study to refine the rover designs, and by 2025, NASA plans to send the chosen rover to the moon for further testing in a demonstration mission.