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Lunokhod 1
The first remote-controlled robot on another world.
Mission Overview
A tub-like rover with eight wheels and a large lid that opened to reveal solar panels. It traveled 10km across the Moon, operated by a crew on Earth.
Learning from History
"It was originally lost to history until its laser reflector was rediscovered by NASA in 2010."
Mission Specs
| Year | 1970 |
|---|---|
| Country | USSR |
| Type | Rover |
| Destination | Moon |
| Status | Success |
| Rocket | Luna Rocket |