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NASA's VIPER rover, tasked with mapping lunar water, has reached a crucial testing milestone with assistance from Sandia National Laboratories. Utilizing Sandia's Superfuge centrifuge, the team evaluated the rover's structural integrity to ensure it can withstand the rigors of launch and lunar conditions. Scheduled for delivery to the Moon's South Pole by late 2027, the rover will employ advanced instruments to detect water concentrations and drill up to one meter beneath the surface.