NASA and SpaceX Set March 10 for SPHEREx and PUNCH Missions Liftoff

New Delhi (The Uttam Hindu): NASA and SpaceX have scheduled the liftoff of the agency's SPHEREx and PUNCH missions for no earlier than 11:10 PM ET on Monday, March 10. The missions will explore key scientific objectives related to space, with SPHEREx aiming to map the universe's expansion and PUNCH focused on studying the solar wind and its impact on space weather.

The launch will take place from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, marking a significant milestone in NASA's ongoing exploration efforts. SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket will be responsible for delivering the payload into space.

SPHEREx will provide crucial data on the universe’s origins, focusing on the study of galaxies, while PUNCH will provide critical insights into the Sun’s behavior and its effects on Earth’s space environment. The combined missions will play a key role in expanding our understanding of space.

As the clock ticks down to the launch, both NASA and SpaceX teams are working diligently to ensure a smooth liftoff. With weather and technical factors being monitored closely, the teams are ready to make adjustments if needed, ensuring the best possible conditions for the successful launch of these groundbreaking missions.