Artemis has the even mightier Space Launch System (SLS). This extra space allows for the accommodation of an extra crew member.Īpollo had the mighty Saturn V. That will increase to a habitable volume of roughly 316 cubic feet in the Orion spacecraft. The Apollo command modules had a habitable volume of approximately 210 cubic feet. While the Apollo command modules (left below) carried a crew of three, the larger Orion spacecraft (right below) will carry one extra crew member for a total of four Artemis astronauts. One significant difference between Orion and the Apollo command modules is their crew capacity.
Although Apollo and Artemis share similarities, they also have distinct differences. This week, we are exploring a few of the key differences between NASA’s two lunar programs. Last time in this series, we shared about Orion, NASA’s next generation spacecraft. Those who weren’t alive to witness the first person step foot on the Moon will soon have their own opportunity to witness a live lunar landing.Īs we look forward to humanity’s return to the lunar surface, we remember the lunar landings that came first, paving the way for future lunar exploration and inspiring the Artemis generation. All that invaluable knowledge has been put to good use in planning a return to the Moon with the upcoming Artemis flights.Īrtemis is the Apollo of this generation. NASA learned an enormous amount from the Apollo missions.
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