The Nokia system contains everything necessary for a cellular network, except the antenna and power supply. It has been developed to withstand extreme temperatures, radiation and vibration when starting and planting. The antenna will be placed in the lunar chassis and solar panels will be provided to their nutrition.
The first test of this technology will be performed during the IM-2 mission, which will provide a connection between the landing device and the two-month driver. Although the first network can work only a few days due to harsh lunar conditions, Nokia plans to expand the coverage for Artemis’s future habitats and spaces of astronauts.
However, some scientists are afraid that the radio signals of the network can intervene in space observations. Nokia has received a network permission for the IM-2 task, but it may be necessary to set frequency adjustment for long-term use.
Source: Ferra
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