The first U.S. lunar lander since 1972 touches down on the moon
The lander, dubbed Odysseus, is tipped on its side but appears otherwise healthy
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The Odysseus moon lander (illustrated) delivered six NASA payloads to the lunar surface in addition to a few from private companies and groups. Data suggest the spacecraft is tipped on its side but functioning, the mission team announced February 23.
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