China's lunar rover is set to enter lunar orbit late Friday night according to this news release:
http://www.scmp.com/news/china/article/1374434/chinas-lunar-probe-will-reach-moon-orbit-tonight
The rover is targeting Sinus Iridum with a touchdown expected near Laplace A as seen in this Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Wide Angle Camera photo:
Touchdown is set for around the 14th. Hopefully China will elect to be open with their mission and its results.
Sky Guy in VA
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