For passive and active remote sensing in different areas of the electromagnetic spectrum from a high inclined, low lunar orbit an approximate payload mass of 15-20% is planned including the subsystem monitoring sensors. The visual, near-infrared and thermal infrared cameras as well as the KA/S-band system from the FLYING LAPTOP mission may be adapted for the LUNAR MISSION BW1 if they meet the mission requirements. Currently the process of payload selection is in progress and not yet finished.

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