A computer generated concept image of the VIPER rover Throughout this segment, we’re diving into the probable cancellation of NASA’s much anticipated VIPER moon rover. This is an extremely complex topic and a full discussion just isn’t possible given the limited length of this segment or even of this show. To give this story the space it needs, I’m creating a series of articles over on Substack that examine the different economic and political factors that are at play when it comes to NASA budgets, contracts, and mission selections and cancellations. In preparing this story, I sent requests...

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