Hidden Fuel-Efficient Trajectory Discovered for Earth-Moon Transit
Summary: An international team from the University of São Paulo and other institutions has discovered a more efficient Earth-Moon transit route using advanced computer modeling. The "hidden path" leverages gravity-based propulsion and saves 58.8 m/s of delta-v compared to the previously cheapest known route, potentially reducing costs for future lunar missions.
Sources (original pages)
- Space.com: Scientists find a hidden route to the moon that saves fuel
- Study published in Astrodynamics (April 10, 2026)