Summary:
- AstroLab, a space technology company, is preparing to fly its FLIP lunar lander on Astrobotic's Griffin 1 lander, which is scheduled to launch to the Moon in 2023.
- The FLIP lander is designed to land on its side and then flip over to an upright position, allowing it to deploy payloads and instruments in a more stable orientation.
- This partnership between AstroLab and Astrobotic demonstrates the growing commercial opportunities for lunar exploration and the development of innovative lunar landing technologies.