Lunar Terrain Vehicle

Intuitive Machines Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results and Reaffirms Expected Launch of First Lunar Mission

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Monday, November 13, 2023

Intuitive Machines CEO Steve Altemus said, “During the third quarter, we continued to execute on our operational milestones.

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  • Intuitive Machines CEO Steve Altemus said, “During the third quarter, we continued to execute on our operational milestones.
  • Participants may access the call at 1-877-451-6152, international callers may use 1-201-389-0879, and request to join the Intuitive Machines earnings call.
  • A webcast replay will be available through the same link on the investors portion of the Intuitive Machines’ website at https://investors.intuitivemachines.com.
  • Other companies, including companies in Intuitive Machines’ industry, may calculate Adjusted EBITDA differently, which reduces its usefulness as a comparative measure.

Intuitive Machines Reports Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results and Announces Expected Launch of First Lunar Mission

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Monday, August 14, 2023

Completed lunar lander full assembly with expected readiness for shipment to Cape Canaveral, Florida, by September 15th.

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  • Completed lunar lander full assembly with expected readiness for shipment to Cape Canaveral, Florida, by September 15th.
  • HOUSTON, Aug. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Intuitive Machines, Inc. (Nasdaq: LUNR, “Intuitive Machines,” or the “Company”), a leading space exploration, infrastructure, and services company, today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023.
  • Intuitive Machines CEO Steve Altemus said, “During the second quarter, we were laser-focused on the final assembly process in preparing IM-1 for launch.
  • Expected grand opening of the Company’s Lunar Production and Operations Center at the Houston Spaceport is planned for September 29, 2023.

NASA Pursues Lunar Terrain Vehicle Services for Artemis Missions

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Friday, May 26, 2023

WASHINGTON, May 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA is seeking industry proposals for a next-generation LTV (Lunar Terrain Vehicle) that will allow astronauts to go farther and conduct more science than ever before as they explore the south polar region of the Moon during Artemis missions.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA is seeking industry proposals for a next-generation LTV (Lunar Terrain Vehicle) that will allow astronauts to go farther and conduct more science than ever before as they explore the south polar region of the Moon during Artemis missions.
  • Artemis astronauts will drive to explore and sample more of the lunar surface using the LTV than they could on foot.
  • Contracting services from industry partners allows NASA to leverage commercial innovation and provide the best value to U.S. taxpayers while achieving its human spaceflight scientific and exploration goals.
  • Artemis astronauts will use the LTV to traverse the lunar surface and transport scientific equipment, extending the distances they can cover on each moonwalk.

Leidos, NASCAR speed into lunar rover race

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos, a Fortune 500® science and technology leader, and its Dynetics team have announced their intention to compete in another moon race through a promotional partnership with NASCAR, a company certainly known for high speeds. The partnership will be a collaboration between the two organizations in the areas of speed, safety and reliability. Details of the collaboration as well as the design and technology of the Lunar Terrain Vehicle were unveiled during a special event at the Space Foundation's 38th annual Space Symposium, the premier assembly for the global space ecosystem.

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  • "We are thrilled to unveil our lunar vehicle design and to announce our exciting new promotional partnership," said Leidos CEO Roger Krone.
  • "This groundbreaking collaboration between Leidos and NASCAR takes both companies into uncharted territory, just like we believe our rover will do for NASA and its astronauts.
  • "NASCAR partnering with Leidos couldn't make more sense when it comes to this vehicle," said Pete Jung, NASCAR Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer.
  • We are eager to watch this uniquely designed rover traverse different areas of the lunar surface."

Astrolab’s FLEX Rover to be Launched on Upcoming SpaceX Mission to the Moon

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Friday, March 31, 2023

Today Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab), announced it has reached an agreement with Space Exploration Technologies (SpaceX) for the company to transport Astrolab’s Flexible Logistics and Exploration (FLEX) rover on an upcoming mission to the Moon.

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  • Today Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab), announced it has reached an agreement with Space Exploration Technologies (SpaceX) for the company to transport Astrolab’s Flexible Logistics and Exploration (FLEX) rover on an upcoming mission to the Moon.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230328005781/en/
    Astrolab FLEX Rover during a field test near Death Valley, Calif. (Photo: Astrolab)
    Upon completion of this mission, Astrolab’s FLEX will become the largest and most capable rover to ever travel to the Moon.
  • With a maximum combined rover and cargo mass of more than two tons, the FLEX rover is nearly three times the mass of its largest predecessor.
  • To learn more about Astrolab, the FLEX rover, the details of our Mission 1, and how your cargo can accompany FLEX to the Moon in 2026 – please visit: astrolab.space .