In 1959, the Luna 2 probe from the Soviet Union became the very first human-made object to reach our closest celestial neighbor. In the decades since, we have been leaving footprints - both literally and figuratively - all over the Moon. Today, there are over 100 metric tons of human-made material resting on the Moons surface - everything from advanced cameras and sensors to literal human waste. But thats nothing compared to whats to come. NASA predicts the next decade will see over 100 new luna...
The Moon's Going To Get Crowded - We Should Protect Our Heritage On It While We Still Can
Universe Today - 19 Mar 2026 16:15
In 1959, the Luna 2 probe from the Soviet Union became the very first human-made object to reach our closest celestial neighbor. In the decades since, we have been leaving footprints - both literally and figuratively - all over the Moon. Today, there are over 100 metric tons of human-made material resting on the Moons surface - everything from advanced cameras and sensors to literal human waste. But thats nothing compared to whats to come. NASA predicts the next decade will see over 100 new luna...
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