<p>➀ Astrobotic secured a NASA contract to develop the VSAT-XL, a 30m-tall vertical solar array generating 50kW of power for lunar missions; </p><p>➁ The system features dual 20-meter panels, self-leveling capabilities, and sun-tracking technology, designed for deployment on the lunar south pole; </p><p>➂ Prototype development under the Phase II contract aims to support long-term lunar habitats, in-situ resource utilization, and potential adaptation for Mars missions.</p>
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