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| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:spacecraft
gptkb:space_mission |
| gptkbp:academic_programs |
gptkb:Jet_Propulsion_Laboratory
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| gptkbp:advertising |
widely covered by media
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| gptkbp:analysis |
conducted by scientists worldwide
conducted by multiple research institutions data analyzed for years after mission completion |
| gptkbp:budget |
$150 million
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| gptkbp:challenges |
dust accumulation on solar panels
overcame several engineering challenges during development landing on a rocky surface |
| gptkbp:collaborations |
gptkb:international_partners
international NASA and international partners involved multiple universities and research institutions international collaboration with scientists |
| gptkbp:collection |
collected atmospheric data
remote sensing and in-situ analysis analyzed for years after mission end |
| gptkbp:communication |
UHF radio
via the Deep Space Network via the Mars Global Surveyor |
| gptkbp:community |
widely praised for its success
widely recognized in the scientific community provided valuable data for planetary science engaged with the mission |
| gptkbp:community_engagement |
extensive media coverage
live broadcasts of images first successful rover on Mars inspired future Mars missions demonstrated remote control of a rover provided images of Martian landscape highly publicized mission first live images from Mars interactive website for public participation provided live images and data |
| gptkbp:court |
gptkb:Sochi
gptkb:Sojourner |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
inspired public interest in space exploration
inspired public interest in Mars exploration inspired future Mars missions inspired interest in space exploration among the public |
| gptkbp:data_return |
high-resolution images
soil analysis 16,500 images various atmospheric data over 16,500 images rock analysis approximately 2.3 billion bits |
| gptkbp:data_transmission |
via UHF radio
via relay satellites transmitted data back to Earth via Mars Relay Network sent data back to Earth via relay satellites |
| gptkbp:data_type |
geological and atmospheric data
scientific data and images images, atmospheric data, soil analysis |
| gptkbp:design |
modular
based on Viking landers based on the earlier Viking missions triangular lander |
| gptkbp:discovery |
Martian geology
Mars' geological history Mars' climate history Martian soil composition evidence of past water evidence of past water on Mars evidence of ancient water Mars' polar ice caps evidence of ancient water on Mars Mars' erosion processes Mars' mineralogy Mars' surface composition Mars' tectonic activity atmospheric conditions on Mars temperature variations on Mars wind patterns on Mars Mars' seasonal changes Mars' volcanic activity Mars' atmosphere composition Mars' atmospheric phenomena Mars' atmospheric pressure Mars' dust storms Mars' impact craters Mars' magnetic field Mars' potential for past life Mars' radiation levels Mars' sedimentary layers Mars' soil chemistry Mars' surface features mapping Mars' surface temperature Martian rock types dust devils on Mars surface features of Mars found evidence of ancient water on Mars |
| gptkbp:emergency_services |
gptkb:1997
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| gptkbp:first_rover_on_mars |
gptkb:Sojourner
gptkb:true |
| gptkbp:funding |
NASA budget
funded by NASA's Mars Exploration Program |
| gptkbp:group_size |
over 200 scientists and engineers
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Mars Pathfinder
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| gptkbp:image_format |
gptkb:JPEG
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| gptkbp:image_processing |
performed on Earth
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| gptkbp:impact |
gptkb:significant
paved the way for future Mars missions significant contributions to planetary science significant impact on planetary science contributed to understanding of Martian surface and atmosphere increased interest in Mars exploration influenced future Mars missions and exploration strategies contributed to the understanding of Martian environment |
| gptkbp:innovation |
new landing techniques
developed new landing technologies airbag landing technology |
| gptkbp:is_a_destination_for |
gptkb:Mars
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| gptkbp:is_explored_in |
autonomous navigation
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| gptkbp:lander_design |
airbag landing system
|
| gptkbp:lander_landing_technique |
direct entry
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| gptkbp:landing_distance |
gptkb:Mars
900 kg 1,000 kg July 4, 1997 airbag landing system about 400 kg |
| gptkbp:landing_site |
gptkb:Ares_Vallis
July 4, 1997 1997-07-04 |
| gptkbp:launch_date |
1996-12-04
December 4, 1996 |
| gptkbp:launch_site |
gptkb:Cape_Canaveral_Air_Force_Station
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| gptkbp:launch_vehicle |
gptkb:Delta_II_7925
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| gptkbp:launched |
gptkb:NASA
December 4, 1996 |
| gptkbp:legacy |
paved the way for future Mars missions
demonstrated feasibility of low-cost planetary missions paved the way for future Mars exploration missions influenced the design of future rovers demonstrated low-cost planetary exploration |
| gptkbp:mars_rover_program |
initiated the Mars Rover program
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| gptkbp:mass |
1,000 kg
about 1,000 kg |
| gptkbp:mission |
gptkb:Cape_Canaveral_Air_Force_Station
gptkb:Mars_Pathfinder_Mission March 10, 1998 $150 million completed successful 1997-09-27 approximately $150 million harsh Martian environment test new technologies achieved all primary objectives inspired future generations of scientists $265 million inspired future generations of scientists and engineers September 27, 1997 considered a success test new technologies for future missions entry, descent, and landing successful deployment of Sojourner rover successfully met all primary objectives to test new technologies for future missions influenced design of future Mars missions explore Martian surface test new technologies and gather scientific data led to the development of the Mars Exploration Rovers considered a major success in planetary exploration demonstrated the feasibility of low-cost planetary missions successful rover operations on Mars data collection concluded. enhanced understanding of Mars geology successful deployment of a rover |
| gptkbp:mission_duration |
90 days
1996-1997 about 3 months about 7 months 90 sols extended due to successful operations |
| gptkbp:mission_results |
detailed maps of Martian terrain
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| gptkbp:mission_technology |
innovative engineering solutions
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| gptkbp:mission_type |
robotic exploration
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| gptkbp:notable_achievement |
first successful rover on Mars
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| gptkbp:notable_achievements |
analyzed Martian rocks and soil
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| gptkbp:notable_mission |
first successful rover on another planet
demonstrated feasibility of low-cost Mars missions |
| gptkbp:notable_work |
evidence of past water
evidence of past water on Mars Martian atmosphere composition |
| gptkbp:objective |
demonstrate the feasibility of low-cost landings on and exploration of Mars
demonstrate technology for future missions demonstrate a low-cost method for delivering a set of science instruments to the Martian surface demonstrate the feasibility of low-cost landings on and exploration of the Martian surface |
| gptkbp:operated_by |
gptkb:Jet_Propulsion_Laboratory
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| gptkbp:operational_period |
July 1997 to September 1997
1997-07-04 to 1997-09-27 approximately 83 Martian days |
| gptkbp:operational_status |
completed
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| gptkbp:operator |
gptkb:NASA
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| gptkbp:partnerships |
collaboration with universities
NASA and JPL |
| gptkbp:power_source |
solar panels
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| gptkbp:price |
approximately $150 million
$265 million |
| gptkbp:primary_mission |
gptkb:Mars_Rover
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| gptkbp:public_interest |
high
generated significant public interest in Mars exploration |
| gptkbp:publications |
numerous
numerous peer-reviewed articles numerous scientific papers published numerous scientific papers published based on data |
| gptkbp:related_vehicle |
gptkb:Sojourner
autonomous navigation 11.5 kg about 11.5 kg autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance |
| gptkbp:research |
analyzed soil and rock samples
conducted on Martian soil analyzed for years after mission completion |
| gptkbp:resolution |
1 meter
up to 1 meter |
| gptkbp:robotic_exploration |
demonstrated capabilities for future missions
pioneered the use of rovers on Mars |
| gptkbp:rover_communication |
via lander
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| gptkbp:rover_mobility |
6 wheels
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| gptkbp:scientific_collaboration_type |
NASA and international space agencies
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| gptkbp:scientific_goals |
study Martian geology
study Martian geology and climate analyze Martian rocks and soil |
| gptkbp:scientific_instruments |
gptkb:Alpha_Proton_X-ray_Spectrometer
gptkb:Sojourner gptkb:Imager_for_Mars_Pathfinder gptkb:Rover_Spectrometer gptkb:Sojourner_rover 11 instruments spectrometers, cameras, and environmental sensors Meteorology Sensors Meteorology package Rover Camera Rover camera |
| gptkbp:scientific_involvement |
engaged the public in science and technology.
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| gptkbp:service |
first successful landing of a spacecraft on Mars since Viking 2
first successful landing on Mars since Viking 2 first successful landing on Mars since Viking 2 in 1978 first rover to operate on another planet first successful rover deployment on another planet |
| gptkbp:signage |
used for sample analysis
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| gptkbp:significance |
paved the way for future Mars missions
first successful landing on Mars since Viking 2 in 1978 |
| gptkbp:status |
transmitted data until 1997-09-27
communication ceased in 1997 transmission ceased in 1997 |
| gptkbp:storage |
onboard computer systems
color images of the Martian surface stored on magnetic tapes over 16,000 images |
| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:Mars_Rover
|
| gptkbp:team |
gptkb:Brian_Muirhead
gptkb:Dr._Brian_Muirhead hundreds of engineers and scientists |
| gptkbp:transmission |
1997-09-27
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| gptkbp:was_a_demonstration_of |
autonomous navigation
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:National_Air_and_Space_Museum
gptkb:NASA |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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