Tag Martian

Scientists have suggested a groundbreaking solution to the challenges of future human missions to Mars by producing oxygen on the planet itself. This technique, known as in situ resource utilization (ISRU), involves drawing oxygen from Mars’ carbon dioxide (CO2) through electrolysis cells. A model for a full-scale Mars ISRU system has been outlined in a recent study by researchers Donald Rapp and Eric Hinterman. The model focuses on producing 30 metric tons of liquid oxygen over 14 months, taking into

Project Hail Mary is an exhilarating science-based thriller that takes readers on a gripping interstellar journey. Written by the best-selling author of The Martian, this captivating story follows Ryland Grace, the sole survivor on a desperate mission to save humanity and the Earth from impending disaster. With his memories slowly returning and armed with an unexpected ally, Grace must conquer an extinction-level threat to our species. Part scientific mystery and part survival tale, Project Hail Mary is a riveting exploration of discovery and speculation

“Escape From The Martian Mines” is a thrilling sci-fi horror story that takes readers on a suspenseful journey through the depths of Mars. The story revolves around Scarlett O’Hara, a security guard at the Mars Volta Mining Base, who is eagerly awaiting her reunion with her family. However, her plans take a dark turn when a horrifying creature lurking beneath the ice and iron deposits puts the lives of the mining workers in jeopardy. As the arrival of space marines is still days away, Scarlett

Engineers at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California are conducting tests on the legs and footpads of the Sample Retrieval Lander, which will be used to bring rock core samples collected by NASA’s Perseverance rover back to Earth as part of the Mars Sample Return campaign. The lander, weighing up to 5,016 pounds, will be the largest spacecraft ever to land on Mars. The legs are crucial for absorbing the impact of touchdown and ensuring a successful landing.

NASA’s Curiosity Rover has been busy exploring the Martian landscape on Sol 3921-3922. The rover positioned itself between lighter and darker-toned materials, offering many interesting targets for investigation. The team decided to split their contact science time and perform two APXS integrations on separate targets, including a dark-toned float rock called “Kamenianoi” and dusty bedrock named “Eleftheroupoli.” Remote sensing investigations are also planned, including Navcam observations and Mast

A captivating snapshot of NASA’s Mars Phoenix Lander has emerged, showcasing the lander in a stunning selfie taken during its mission in 2008. The three-month mission aimed to study the Martian arctic and gather information on the history of water, evidence of a habitable zone, and the potential for life on Mars. One major accomplishment of the mission was the confirmation of water on Mars, which provided valuable insights into the planet’s potential for supporting life. Additionally, the analysis of soil samples revealed

Scientists have made an exciting discovery about Mars using data collected by NASA’s InSight Mars lander. Despite losing contact with the lander in December 2022, scientists have continued to analyze the data and have found that Mars’ rotational speed is increasing. The research, led by Sebastien Le Maistre of the Royal Observatory of Belgium, utilized InSight’s Rotation and Interior Structure Experiment (RISE) instrument to make precise measurements of Mars’ rotation. The team found that Mars’ rotational speed is accelerating by approximately four milliarcseconds per year squared, resulting in a decrease in the length of the Martian day by a fraction of a millisecond per year. This increase in rotation is believed to be caused by factors such as ice accumulation on the polar ice caps or post-glacial rebound. The RISE instrument also revealed how Mars wobbles due to the movement of its molten metal core. The measurements made by InSight are the most accurate ever taken and have provided valuable insights into the planet’s characteristics. By utilizing radio waves and analyzing the Doppler shift in a signal beamed from Earth to InSight, the scientists were able to determine Mars’ rotational speed. Despite challenges such as small variations in signal frequencies