| Author (Corporate) | European Commission: DG Research |
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| Series Title | Press Release |
| Series Details | 17.11.04 |
| Publication Date | 17/11/2004 |
| Content Type | News |
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During the night of 15-16 November 2004, SMART-1 became the first European space probe to enter into orbit around the Moon. The spacecraft will now begin adjusting its orbit in preparation for a scientific investigation of the lunar surface, starting in January 2005. |
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| Source Link | http://www.esa.int/For_Media/Press_Releases/Europe_reaches_the_Moon2 |
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| Subject Categories | Business and Industry, Culture, Education and Research |
| Countries / Regions | Europe |
