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Dr Kring’s Astronaut Training Volume Published

Cover image of digital publication by Dr. David Kring for LPI

“In anticipation of NASA's Artemis lunar exploration missions, the Lunar and Planetary Institute (LPI) proudly unveils a timely electronic resource, Astronaut Training for Operations in Impact-Cratered Terrains. Authored by University Space Research Association's  Principal Scientist Dr. David Kring at the LPI, this extensive 570-page volume is designed to equip astronauts and their supporting teams on Earth with the essential knowledge and skills needed to navigate and work effectively in the challenging lunar south pole environment.” -The Universities Space Research Association press release dated Feb 9, 2024. Dr Kring is one of the company’s Scientific Advisors and has researched and led astronaut trainings extensively at the Barringer Crater.