An overview of the Israeli Lunar Lander

The Israeli Lunar lander (ILL) has evolved on the solid base of SpaceIL`s Beresheet lunar lander, and provides with a unique and cost effective solution for small to medium payloads.

In this presentation we shall present the ILL`s key features, planned evolution and overview its incorporation in current and/or future lunar payload delivery services.

The ILL platform is aimed at providing maximal mission flexibility for lunar orbit and surface missions. Its key features are:

• Multiple payload housing options, optional payloads release in lunar orbit (e.g. cube-sats) or on the lunar surface (e.g rovers or ejectable payloads).
• Total payload capacity of several tens of kg for ILL-1, and expected increase in future revisions.
• Flexibility in landing site selection and precision landing. Ability to land in permanently illuminated areas near the poles and thus support long term operations.
• Continuous allocation of resources (power, communication) to payloads while in orbit and on surface activities.

Finally, we shall present a roadmap for future builds of the lander aimed for increased payload capabilities, and describe the current status of cooperation with service providers and space agencies.