Chandrayaan-4 Plans Lunar Docking, Sample Return by 2047

India's Chandrayaan-4 mission, set for launch in 2047, aims to pioneer lunar docking technology and collect lunar samples, which are essential for establishing a future Bharatiya Antariksha Station and sending astronauts to the Moon. The mission will utilize advanced docking procedures and involves multiple launch vehicles executing complex maneuvers. Meanwhile, NASA's Blue Ghost Mission-1, which successfully landed on the Moon in March 2025, carried three critical experiments focused on radiation-tolerant computing and lunar navigation, enhancing future mission capabilities. These technologies, including a Radiation Tolerant Computer and a Lunar Navigation Satellite System, are vital for operations in the harsh environment of space. Insights gained from experiments aboard the International Space Station are expected to significantly improve technology resilience and navigation for upcoming lunar missions. Both missions reflect a broader commitment to advancing space exploration through innovative technology and international collaboration.