MISSION NAME
Lunar Prospector
Status
Success
DATE
7 JAN 1998
LAUNCH PROVIDER
Lockheed Martin
Launch Pad
Space Launch Complex 46
Description
Lunar Prospector was a small spin stabilized lunar orbiter. Using its Gamma Ray Spectrometer (GRS), it collected a large amount of scientific data that helps researchers understand the chemical composition of the lunar surface.
Athena II
Rocket Description
The Athena II is an American small expendable launch system which was used for three launches between 1998 and 1999.