{
  "id": 11028484,
  "title": "NASA Awards Contract to Develop 5G Communications for Moon",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/nasa-awards-contract-to-develop-5g-communications-for-moon",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-09-30T20:41:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "NASA Science",
    "slug": "nasa-science",
    "url": "https://www.nasa.gov/news-release/nasa-awards-contract-to-develop-5g-communications-for-moon/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "NASA has contracted Modulate Space Corporation to develop essential components of a 5G communications system for the Moon's surface, incorporating Wi-Fi 6 technology. This initiative, organized into two main work areas, aims to create a scalable, standards-based communication network for potential Moon Base operations. The contract, valued at around $38 million, spans from October 1, 2026, to January 31, 2028, for the 5G Network-in-a-Box Development and Lab Demonstration phase, and from November 30, 2026, to December 31, 2026, for the Lunar 5G and Wi-Fi Integrated Surface Network and Flight Demonstration phase. NASA's objective is to acquire vital technology for the integrated lunar communications system, including hardware, firmware, and software. This endeavor will provide NASA with insights into system architecture and operational performance while enabling adaptability for future lunar communications advancements. For additional information about NASA and its programs, visit their official website.",
  "summary": "NASA has awarded Modulate Space Corporation a contract to develop key elements of a 5G communications system for use on the lunar surface with built-in Wi-Fi 6, for NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland. This accelerated effort is organized into two primary work areas that together will develop a scalable, standards-based communications capability designed to […] The post NASA Awards Contract…",
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        "title": "NASA Awards Contract to Develop 5G Communications for Moon",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/nasa-awards-contract-to-develop-5g-communications-for-moon-11035562",
        "published": "2026-09-30T20:41:26.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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