
NASA Awards Contracts for Lunar Robotic Vehicles
NASA has awarded contracts totaling over $400 million to Astrolab and Lunar Outpost for the development and delivery of robotic landers, rovers, and drones for lunar exploration.
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NASA has awarded contracts totaling over $400 million to Astrolab and Lunar Outpost for the development and delivery of robotic landers, rovers, and drones for lunar exploration.

The astrolabe, a scientific instrument originating in the 11th century AD, is being described as an unexpected ancestor to modern smartphone technology, highlighting its historical significance as an early 'smart' tool.

A rare 17th-century Mughal-era astrolabe from the Jaipur royal collection is set to be auctioned at Sotheby's in London, with an estimated value of up to £2.5 million.
Intuitive Machines' stock reversed lower after NASA announced rover awards to Astrolab and Lunar Outpost, impacting investor sentiment.

A 17th-century astrolabe, formerly part of Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II's collection, is set to be sold by Sotheby's.

A rare 17th-century astrolabe, described as an astronomical computer and possibly the largest in existence, which was once owned by Indian royalty, is set to be auctioned. The artifact has never been publicly exhibited before.

A unique 17th-century astrolabe, capable of telling time, making measurements, determining location, and even assisting with horoscopes, was recently auctioned in London.

A 17th-century astrolabe, described as a 'supercomputer' and potentially the largest ever made, has been put up for sale.