Technology and Science02 April, 20261 min read
Moog Inc. Provides Critical Technologies for Artemis II Launch
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Moog Inc. in Western New York supplied mission-critical technologies for Artemis II. Elma-based Moog has long supplied parts for NASA missions.
Local Company Powers Artemis
Moog Inc. played a significant role by providing technical devices and systems critical to the mission's success. Moog-made components are included in systems up and down the rocket, including actuators which aided in steering. Steffan described the actuators as pistons moving back and forth to point the rocket in the right direction.
Historic NASA Partnership
Moog's relationship with NASA dates back to the Apollo moon missions in the 1960s. The integration of Moog's systems highlights the importance of local aerospace companies. Moog components are found in the Orion capsule, aiding oxygen and environmental systems.
Emotions and Team Effort
Steffan described the emotions ranging from nervousness to excitement. It's really a team effort that we saw, the fruits of their labor at the successful launch. NASA's Artemis mission aims to establish a sustained human presence on the moon.