DIMPLE is expected in 2027, with $50 million price tag. Once it reaches its destination, it will take samples and analyze them on-site. The goal is to determine how recently this area was volcanically active. This information could enhance or even drastically alter our understanding of the Moon’s geologic past. Perhaps the prevailing theories about the evolution of the Moon’s internal temperature or radioactivity are in need of revision.
Understanding the Moon’s history and geology means a better understanding of it holistically. The implications could range from better insights into mineral formation to an ability to predict where water might be found elsewhere in the universe. This knowledge can in particular be applied to other planetary bodies, like Mars. NASA’s associate administrator for science Nicola Fox said as much in an announcement, stating, “…the more we understand about our closest neighbor, the more we can support long-term human exploration at the Moon, and someday, Mars.”
While Mars is clearly the next target for human exploration after the Moon, it’s not hard to imagine sending landers similar to DIMPLE out to other bodies. This could be a stepping stone to the wider solar system. Planetary bodies believed to have water like Enceladus, Europa, and Ceres are just a few potential targets for future similar missions.
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