NASA continues its efforts with the Space Launch System (SLS) amidst challenges, including a recent failed engine test. An experimental hydrogen-based propulsion system was tested as part of the Artemis mission, aimed at sending humans back to the Moon. However, there are discussions about phasing out SLS, potentially jeopardizing future missions and increasing costs, especially since NASA has already invested $23 billion. The SLS is at risk of being replaced by cheaper alternatives like SpaceX, yet a proposal in Congress aims to ensure at least five launches of SLS take place.
NASA has invested $23 billion in the development of the SLS, facing pressure to phase it out in favor of cheaper alternatives like SpaceX rockets.
Despite the setback from the recent SLS engine test anomaly, NASA continues to push forward with plans for the Artemis mission to return humans to the Moon.
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