Springer - Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Mission Book

Explore the scientific journey of the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) with this detailed publication from Springer. Launched on June 18, 2009, the LRO mission represents a major step in the US national space goal to return humans to the lunar surface. This book provides insight into how the LRO joined an international group of satellites, including Japan's SELENE/Kaguya, China's Chang'E, and India's Chandrayaan-1, to conduct scientific exploration of the Moon. As a key part of NASA's Exploration Systems Mission Directorate (ESMD) objectives, the LRO mission was designed with an initial one-year fully funded phase and was expected to maintain an extended phase of operations. This text serves as a valuable resource for those interested in astronomy, space science, and the technical history of lunar exploration. Whether you are a student of space science or a professional in the field, this book offers a clear look at the mission that helps pave the way for future human lunar landings.