Lego is set to launch two new captivating sets designed to engage space enthusiasts, providing a journey from our moon to the wonders of the Milky Way galaxy.
The Lego Icons NASA Artemis Space Launch System and Lego Art The Milky Way Galaxy sets were revealed on Thursday, April 25. They are slated for release on May 15 and offer a thrilling adventure for adult Lego fans.
"Today the LEGO Group unveils two new sets that allow space enthusiasts to go out of this world by exploring the art of engineering excellence behind the human space missions to get a glimpse of what's out there," Lego said in a press release.
NASA Artemis Space Launch System's Lego Version
The Lego Icons NASA Artemis Space Launch System set features 3,601 pieces and meticulously recreates NASA's Artemis Space Launch System.
It includes a multistage rocket with two solid-fuel boosters, a detailed mobile launch tower with retractable umbilicals, rocket support, and a crew bridge.
Additionally, this set incorporates a model of the Orion spacecraft powered by the ESA's European Service Module, complete with foldout solar panels.
According to the toy company, a printed plaque adds a final touch, making it ideal for decorating homes or offices.
The Artemis program, central to this Lego set, aims to explore the moon for scientific discoveries and technological advancements and as a stepping stone for future human missions to Mars.
Through Artemis, NASA will partner up with commercial and international partners to establish a sustainable presence on the moon, culminating in the historic landing of the first woman and person of color on the lunar surface.
Lego Art The Milky Way Galaxy
The second offering, Lego Art The Milky Way Galaxy, comprises 3,091 pieces, enabling builders to create a stunning 3D representation of our galaxy. This intricate artwork features famous stars, clusters, and cosmic phenomena like Trappist-1, The Pleiades, The Crab Nebula, and The Pillars of Creation.
This set comprises five separate panels, each with its own building instructions booklet, and it encourages collaborative building experiences among friends and family.
Lego enthusiasts can deepen their engagement with The Milky Way Galaxy set through a specially curated podcast accessible via a QR code in the building instructions booklet.
The podcast, hosted by Jack Gardner Vaa from the LEGO Group, features insights from aerospace engineer-turned-science communicator Camille Bergin (Galactic Gal), Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock (Chancellor of the University of Leicester and renowned science educator), and Adam Vaughan (LEGO Group Designer).
This content allows builders to discover fascinating details about the Milky Way galaxy.
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