NASA awards SpaceX, Blue Origin contracts for moon lander concepts

NASA has selected five US companies, including SpaceX and Blue Origin to develop lander concepts as part of the agency's Artemis program. SpaceX has been awarded $9.4 million, while Blue Origin received $25.6 million. All the five firms will develop the concepts, evaluating their performance, mission assurance requirements, interfaces, safety, crew health accommodations, and medical capabilities.