Curiosity mission

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:robot
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Mars_Science_Laboratory_Chem_Cam
gptkb:Rover_Environmental_Monitoring_Station_(REMS)
gptkb:Mars_Hand_Lens_Imager_(MAHLI)
gptkbp:first_ascent February 2013
gptkbp:first_awarded August 6, 2012
gptkbp:first_performance March 2013
gptkbp:goal Determine if Mars has ever had conditions suitable for life
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Curiosity mission
gptkbp:instrument gptkb:Rover_Environmental_Monitoring_Station
gptkb:Mast_Cam
gptkb:Mars_Science_Laboratory
gptkb:Alpha_Particle_X-ray_Spectrometer
gptkb:Chem_Cam
gptkb:Mars_Hand_Lens_Imager
gptkb:Radiation_Assessment_Detector
Sample Analysis at Mars
Chemistry and Mineralogy
Dynamic Albedo of Neutrons
gptkbp:is_a_destination_for gptkb:Mars
gptkbp:landing_site gptkb:Gale_Crater
August 6, 2012
gptkbp:launch_date November 26, 2011
gptkbp:mass 899 kg
gptkbp:mission_duration At least 14 Earth years (as of 2023)
gptkbp:notable_work Collaboration with international space agencies
Dust composition analyzed
Dust devils observed
Evidence of ancient water
Organic molecules detected
Potential biosignatures investigated
Radiation environment characterized
Radiation levels measured
Rock samples collected
Soil samples analyzed
Surface composition analyzed
Water-ice detected
Meteorological data collected
Public engagement through social media
Scientific papers published
Clay minerals found
Martian atmosphere studied
Martian dust analyzed
Methane spikes detected
Geological features mapped
Impact craters studied
Potential for future human exploration assessed
Curiosity's health monitored
Curiosity's traverse mapped
Data archived for future research
Educational outreach conducted
Mars' geological history inferred
Martian weather patterns analyzed
Scientific data shared with public
Seasonal changes documented
Surface radiation levels measured
gptkbp:objective Study Martian climate and geology
Assess the habitability of Mars
gptkbp:operator gptkb:NASA
gptkbp:power_output gptkb:radio_station
gptkbp:type_of Car-sized rover