
Lunar Polar Hydrogen Mapper
The Lunar Polar Hydrogen Mapper is a scientific instrument designed to detect and map water ice and hydrogen deposits in the Moon's polar regions. It uses specialized sensors to analyze the reflected sunlight, identifying areas where hydrogen molecules are present, which often indicates the presence of water ice beneath the surface. This information helps scientists understand the distribution of water on the Moon, which is crucial for future exploration and potential human settlement, as water is essential for drinking, growing food, and making fuel in space.