Luna 2 also crash land on the Moon in exactly the same way. Crash landing proved useful even after soft landing was mastered. NASA used crash landings to test whether Moon craters contained ice by crashing space probes into craters and testing the debris that got thrown out. The satellite's impact made it the first man-made object to land on another celestial body. "Luna 2" carried 5 different instruments to conduct various tests while it was on its way to the Moon. The scintillation counters would be used to measure any ionizing radiation; the Cherenkov radiation detectors would be measuring for electromagnetic
Rocket to Luna injury. Jack refuses to give up his chance at glory, forcing Ted into a physical confrontation. Jack is knocked unconscious, and Ted hurriedly boards the moon rocket to inform the expedition of Jack's injury. Unfortunately, the countdown has already begun, and can't be stopped. Ted is now the fifth man of the expedition. George Merola - Captain of moon rocket, injured during flight P. Schuyler Miller described "Rocket to Luna" as a "prelude," suggesting it was intended to set up a series of sequels. Rocket to Luna Rocket to Luna is a juvenile science fiction novel by prolific author and