The Artemis Program — The Most Powerful Rocket NASA Has Ever Built!

In the vastness of space, humanity’s gaze has always been drawn to the stars. But before we venture into the deeper reaches of the cosmos, we must first return to a familiar place — the Moon. This is the story of the Artemis Program, NASA’s ambitious plan to reignite our presence on the lunar surface and lay the groundwork for future exploration beyond our home planet.

Credit: NASA/JSC

The Artemis Program, named after the Greek goddess of the Moon and the twin sister of Apollo, represents the next giant leap for mankind. Nearly five decades after the last Apollo mission, humanity is once again preparing to set foot on the lunar surface. However, this time, the mission is far more than a fleeting visit — this is about establishing a permanent presence, a sustainable foothold on another world.

Credit: NASA/Kim Shiflett — Launch Pad 39B, Kennedy Space Center

It all begins here, with the Space Launch System, also known as — SLS, a towering, 322-foot-tall rocket, the most powerful…