NASA’s Next Moon Mission: Blockchain Tech Will Prove Moon Landing
Pioneering Lunar Authentication
Florida-based computing startup Lonestar and the Isle of Man are partnering with NASA to pioneer blockchain-verified, data storage solution on the Moon.
This ambitious project involves dispatching “data cubes” to the Moon in February 2024, with blockchain technology serving as the guardian of the data they carry.
The ultimate goal? To verify once and for all and immutably that humans have landed on the Moon when NASA launches its second crewed mission, Artemis 3, in 2025.
Artemis 2: A Crucial Prelude
The Artemis mission, now entering its second phase with the launch of Artemis 2 in November 2024, marks a pivotal milestone.
While this mission involves a crew, their journey will only take them to lunar orbit and back to Earth, serving as the conclusive rehearsal before Artemis 3, where humanity will once again set foot on the Moon’s surface.
Sustainable Lunar Data Storage
Amidst the tapestry of scientific missions unfolding during the Artemis expeditions, Lonestar and the Isle of Man unite to pioneer a sustainable lunar data storage system, powered by solar energy and eliminating the need for additional infrastructure.
Digital Stamps and Blockchain Verification
A cornerstone of this initiative lies in the creation of digital stamps, often referred to as “digital franking.” These stamps will be securely stored within the data cubes on the Moon’s surface.
Subsequently, blockchain technology will authenticate the integrity and authenticity of this data back on Earth.
Astronaut Validation via Blockchain
One intriguing consequence of blockchain’s immutable nature is that future Moon-bound astronauts could use these data cubes to validate their presence on the lunar surface.
Astronaut interactions could be irrefutably confirmed through blockchain verification, effectively dispelling any conspiracy theories surrounding lunar landings.
Addressing Lunar Landing Skepticism
In an interview with Science Focus, the head of innovation at Digital Isle of Man acknowledges the challenges NASA has faced in addressing doubts about the six crewed Moon landings conducted between 1969 and 1972.
While blockchain technology may not erase historical lunar landing skepticism, it is poised to establish an incontrovertible record for future lunar explorers, leaving an indelible mark on the legacy of Moon missions.
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