International Lunar Research Station

The International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) is a planned moon base to be built by Roscosmos (of Russia) and the China National Space Administration.[1] The goal of the ILRS is for scientific experiments and other research. It would also focus on exploration of the moon.[2] Russia and China have invited other countries and organizations to help with the project.[3][4][5] They intend to start a long-term presence on the moon between 2036 and 2045. Prior to this many missions will be needed to explore and prepare for a base.[6]

References

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  1. ↑ Ticku, Nitin J. (27 April 2021). "Can India Partner Russia In Its Space Station Project As Roscosmos Mulls Withdrawing From The ISS?". The EurAsian Times. Retrieved 27 April 2021.
  2. ↑ Ming, Siow Chen (25 April 2021). "China reveals moon station plan with Russia, openness on Space Day – Global Times". The Edge Markets. Archived from the original on 27 April 2021. Retrieved 27 April 2021.
  3. ↑ Jones, Andrew (9 March 2021). "China, Russia enter MoU on international lunar research station". spacenews.com. Retrieved 12 March 2021.
  4. ↑ "China and Russia to build lunar space station". BBC News. 10 March 2021. Retrieved 13 March 2021.
  5. ↑ "China, Russia agree to build lunar research station". Associated Press. APNews.com. 10 March 2021. Retrieved 13 March 2021.
  6. ↑ Jones, Andrew (26 April 2021). "China, Russia open moon base project to international partners, early details emerge". SpaceNews. Retrieved 27 April 2021.