# NASA's Big Rockets: When Will They Be Ready?

An Ars Technica live event recapped the current status and delays of NASA's heavy-lift rockets. The discussion highlighted ongoing development challenges and the agency's urgent need for these vehicles, which are critical for future deep space missions like Artemis.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [Ars Technica](https://arstechnica.com/space/2026/07/ars-live-recap-when-are-the-big-rockets-nasa-desperately-needs-going-to-be-ready/) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:46:47 +0000