Statements (518)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:spacecraft
|
| gptkbp:academic_programs |
gptkb:Lockheed_Martin
composed of experts from various fields |
| gptkbp:analysis |
ongoing research
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| gptkbp:archives |
gptkb:PDS_(Planetary_Data_System)
publicly accessible publicly accessible online |
| gptkbp:availability |
publicly accessible data archives
|
| gptkbp:capacity |
over 300 terabits
|
| gptkbp:collaborates_with |
gptkb:European_Space_Agency
gptkb:University_of_Arizona various research institutions |
| gptkbp:collaboration |
gptkb:European_Space_Agency
gptkb:Lockheed_Martin gptkb:University_of_Arizona gptkb:Malin_Space_Science_Systems gptkb:NASA's_Jet_Propulsion_Laboratory other research institutions with other Mars missions |
| gptkbp:collaborations |
gptkb:University_of_Arizona
gptkb:JPL gptkb:NASA_Ames_Research_Center gptkb:NASA_Goddard_Space_Flight_Center international research teams international space agencies |
| gptkbp:collaborative_projects |
gptkb:Mars_Exploration_Program
|
| gptkbp:collaborator |
gptkb:European_Space_Agency
|
| gptkbp:collection |
continuous
|
| gptkbp:communication |
gptkb:X-band_radio
X-band |
| gptkbp:communication_system |
gptkb:X-band_radio
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| gptkbp:community |
gptkb:Caltech
gptkb:Lockheed_Martin gptkb:University_of_Arizona gptkb:NASA_Ames_Research_Center gptkb:NASA_Goddard_Space_Flight_Center gptkb:NASA's_Jet_Propulsion_Laboratory NASA scientists international collaborators |
| gptkbp:community_engagement |
outreach programs
educational outreach programs |
| gptkbp:community_outreach |
provides educational resources
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| gptkbp:contribution |
weather monitoring
search for water detecting water ice supporting future Mars missions detailed maps of Mars monitoring dust storms support for future missions study of Martian geology mapping Martian surface features analyzing climate changes high-resolution imaging of Mars analyzing Martian geology studying Martian weather |
| gptkbp:control_system |
gptkb:Jet_Propulsion_Laboratory
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| gptkbp:controls |
uses a fault-tolerant system
|
| gptkbp:cooling_system |
radiators
passive and active systems multi-layer insulation |
| gptkbp:coverage |
over 99% of Mars
|
| gptkbp:current_orbit |
polar orbit
|
| gptkbp:current_status |
operational
|
| gptkbp:data_return |
high-resolution images
over 300 terabits over 200 terabits |
| gptkbp:data_transmission |
daily
high-resolution images for other Mars missions supports other Mars missions |
| gptkbp:data_type |
imagery, spectrometry, and atmospheric data
|
| gptkbp:data_usage |
supporting future Mars missions
up to 6 Mbps up to 6 megabits per second used by scientists worldwide supporting Mars Science Laboratory up to 500 megabits per day supporting Mars Exploration Program up to 500 kilobits per second assisting rover missions helping identify landing sites providing context for lander sites |
| gptkbp:design |
5 years
|
| gptkbp:discovery |
dust storms
Martian weather patterns ancient river valleys detailed maps of Martian surface seasonal dark streaks water ice deposits evidence of past water study of volcanic activity identification of potential landing sites for future missions study of Martian weather patterns evidence of water on Mars analysis of atmospheric dust study of polar ice caps investigation of potential resources for future missions mapping of ancient river valleys monitoring dust storms study of Martian climate history investigation of Martian moons analysis of Martian soil analysis of Martian atmosphere detailed mapping of Martian surface monitoring of Martian weather investigation of Martian geology study of Martian surface composition identification of potential landing sites detection of minerals mapping of Martian canyons monitoring of ice deposits study of Martian dust devils identification of landing sites investigation of ancient lake beds investigation of impact craters mapping of potential landing sites for rovers monitoring of Martian surface changes monitoring of Martian surface temperature observation of seasonal changes study of Martian seasonal phenomena |
| gptkbp:elevation |
250 km
about 250 km about 250 kilometers 250 km above Martian surface |
| gptkbp:entered_orbit_on |
March 10, 2006
|
| gptkbp:entry_into_orbit |
March 10, 2006
|
| gptkbp:first_awarded |
March 2006
|
| gptkbp:frequency |
X-band
|
| gptkbp:funding |
NASA budget
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| gptkbp:future_plans |
continue operations as long as possible
continue operations until 2025 or beyond |
| gptkbp:has_imager |
gptkb:CTX_camera
gptkb:MARCI_camera |
| gptkbp:has_spectrometer |
gptkb:CRISM_spectrometer
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| gptkbp:height |
2.4 meters
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter
|
| gptkbp:image |
March 2006
|
| gptkbp:image_data_sent |
over 300 terabits
|
| gptkbp:image_processing |
advanced algorithms
over 1 million images onboard processing capabilities onboard and ground-based systems up to 1,000 images per day |
| gptkbp:impact |
significant contributions to planetary science
enhanced understanding of Martian geology insights into Martian climate history contributions to astrobiology research significant contributions to Mars science support for future human exploration of Mars significantly advanced Mars science |
| gptkbp:in_orbit_since |
March 10, 2006
|
| gptkbp:initial_orbit_insertion |
September 2006
March 10, 2006 |
| gptkbp:instrument |
gptkb:CRISM
gptkb:Hi_RISE MCS CTX MARCI SHARAD |
| gptkbp:instruments |
gptkb:CRISM
gptkb:Hi_RISE CTX MARCI SHARAD |
| gptkbp:is_a_destination_for |
gptkb:Mars
|
| gptkbp:is_funded_by |
gptkb:NASA
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| gptkbp:is_monitored_by |
yes
|
| gptkbp:landing_site |
gptkb:none
none (orbiter only) |
| gptkbp:launch_date |
August 12, 2005
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| gptkbp:launch_mass |
2,300 kilograms
|
| gptkbp:launch_price |
approximately $720 million
|
| gptkbp:launch_site |
gptkb:Cape_Canaveral_Space_Force_Station
|
| gptkbp:launch_vehicle |
gptkb:Atlas_V_401
|
| gptkbp:launched |
gptkb:NASA
August 12, 2005 |
| gptkbp:legacy |
enhanced understanding of Mars
|
| gptkbp:length |
6.1 meters
|
| gptkbp:manufacturer |
gptkb:Lockheed_Martin
|
| gptkbp:mass |
1,100 kg
2,300 kg 1,100 kilograms |
| gptkbp:mission |
ongoing
map Martian surface study Martian climate planned for 2025 support future Mars missions search for water on Mars understand Mars' history extended multiple times due to success managed by NASA's Science Mission Directorate |
| gptkbp:mission_duration |
ongoing
approximately 10 years over 15 years ongoing since 2006 planned for 2 years planned for 2 years, extended multiple times planned for 2 years, extended to over 15 years planned for at least 2 years |
| gptkbp:mission_start_date |
August 12, 2005
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| gptkbp:mission_type |
gptkb:Mars_exploration
gptkb:scientific_research gptkb:Orbital |
| gptkbp:navigation_system |
star trackers
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| gptkbp:notable_achievements |
detecting methane in the atmosphere
supporting future Mars missions collaborating with international space agencies discovered water ice on Mars first spacecraft to return high-resolution images of Mars' surface. most data returned from Mars missions investigating Martian geology studying Martian moons high-resolution imaging of Mars monitoring of Martian weather patterns mapped Martian climate and weather patterns provided evidence of ancient river valleys supported Mars rover missions analyzing Martian atmosphere detection of subsurface ice enhancing understanding of Mars' history identifying potential landing sites for rovers mapping of Martian surface composition monitoring of Martian climate providing context for Mars landers supporting Mars Sample Return mission providing data for Mars Sample Return mission planning analyzing Martian dust and sand dunes assessing Martian geology discovering potential landing sites for rovers documenting seasonal changes on Mars investigating Martian moons investigating the history of water on Mars mapping Martian topography providing context for Mars surface features providing images for public outreach studying Martian polar ice caps studying the Martian atmosphere supporting the Mars 2020 mission contributing to the understanding of Martian climate change |
| gptkbp:notable_work |
gptkb:Ice
potential for past life mineral deposits impact craters dust storms Martian geology Martian dust storms Martian weather patterns ancient lake beds ancient river valleys frost deposits seasonal dark streaks seasonal frost patterns volcanic features water ice deposits atmospheric phenomena evidence of past water flow climate history of Mars identification of potential landing sites for future missions investigation of Martian surface composition investigation of Martian surface water history investigation of Martian volcanic activity study of Martian impact craters study of Martian moons Phobos and Deimos evidence of water on Mars landslide activity monitoring seasonal changes on Mars Martian surface features discovery of ancient river valleys surface mineralogy atmospheric changes landslide features potential landing sites for future missions surface composition analysis surface temperature variations detection of methane in the atmosphere geological features mapping climate change evidence dust devil tracks evidence of past volcanic activity investigation of Martian surface processes study of Martian climate history mapping of Martian surface features study of Martian moons Martian atmosphere composition analysis of Martian dust storms analysis of Martian atmosphere detection of Martian dust storms investigation of Martian geology Martian moons observation atmospheric dust analysis evidence of ancient river valleys investigation of Martian climate study of Martian surface changes Martian moons Phobos and Deimos investigation of Martian climate history study of Martian surface erosion Martian surface changes over time atmospheric dust cycles hydrological cycle evidence mapping of Martian polar ice caps study of Martian polar ice caps mapping of Martian minerals analysis of Martian impact craters analysis of Martian surface temperature variations investigation of Martian landslides mapping of Martian ancient lakes mapping of Martian geological features monitoring of Martian ice deposits monitoring of Martian weather patterns observation of Martian moons study of Martian atmospheric dust study of Martian dust and sand dunes study of Martian meteorology study of Martian seasonal frost study of Martian surface changes over time monitoring of Martian surface changes analysis of Martian regolith. evidence of seasonal dark streaks on slopes investigation of volcanic features on Mars mapping of ancient lake beds |
| gptkbp:objective |
search for water
study Martian climate study Martian geology study Martian surface and atmosphere study Mars' atmosphere and surface study Martian climate and geology study Martian atmosphere and surface |
| gptkbp:operated_by |
gptkb:Jet_Propulsion_Laboratory
|
| gptkbp:operational_status |
active
|
| gptkbp:operational_use |
gptkb:NASA
Earth-based operators |
| gptkbp:operator |
gptkb:NASA
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| gptkbp:orbit_type |
gptkb:Mars
polar orbit based on the Mars Global Surveyor design |
| gptkbp:orbital_altitude |
250 km
about 250 km |
| gptkbp:orbital_inclination |
93 degrees
|
| gptkbp:orbital_period |
112 minutes
687 Earth days about 112 minutes |
| gptkbp:orbiting |
gptkb:Mars
|
| gptkbp:payload_capacity |
gptkb:Context_Camera_(CTX)
gptkb:Shallow_Radar_(SHARAD) gptkb:Thermal_Emission_Imaging_System_(THEMIS) gptkb:High_Resolution_Imaging_Science_Experiment_(Hi_RISE) gptkb:Spectral_Imaging_for_the_Space_Environment_of_the_Moon_(SIMS) gptkb:Mars_Color_Imager_(MARCI) gptkb:Spectrometer_for_Planetary_Exploration_(CRISM) |
| gptkbp:photography |
gptkb:Hi_RISE_camera
|
| gptkbp:power_source |
solar panels
|
| gptkbp:price |
approximately $720 million
|
| gptkbp:primary_mission |
gptkb:Mars_2020
gptkb:Mars_Sample_Return |
| gptkbp:propulsion |
hydrazine thrusters
|
| gptkbp:provides_information_on |
gptkb:international_collaboration
gptkb:Mars_rovers |
| gptkbp:publications |
numerous scientific papers
numerous peer-reviewed papers hundreds of peer-reviewed papers |
| gptkbp:radar |
gptkb:SHARAD_radar
|
| gptkbp:released |
regularly releases data to the public
|
| gptkbp:research |
yes
April 2006 |
| gptkbp:resolution |
30 cm
up to 30 cm/pixel 30 cm/pixel up to 30 cm per pixel up to 30 centimeters per pixel |
| gptkbp:scientific_goals |
search for signs of past life
study Martian atmosphere study Martian geology understand Martian geology monitor seasonal changes on Mars map Martian surface composition search for water and ice support future human exploration support future Mars missions investigate Martian atmosphere analyze Martian dust storms analyze Martian surface erosion processes analyze Martian surface temperature variations analyze the Martian atmosphere's composition characterize Martian surface features examine Martian polar ice caps examine the distribution of water ice on Mars investigate Martian landforms investigate Martian weather patterns investigate ancient Martian environments investigate the Martian magnetic field investigate the potential for past life on Mars map Martian minerals monitor Martian dust activity monitor changes in Martian ice caps provide data for Mars Sample Return mission study the Martian atmosphere's seasonal changes study the Martian climate history study the Martian regolith study the effects of dust on Martian climate. study the effects of solar radiation on Mars study the history of water on Mars study the impact of meteorites on Mars identify potential landing sites for future missions analyze Martian surface features study Martian polar ice caps investigate Martian climate history |
| gptkbp:scientific_instruments |
gptkb:radar_system
gptkb:Mars_surface_atmospheric_mapper gptkb:Mars_surface_mineralogy_mapper gptkb:Mars_surface_morphology_mapper gptkb:Mars_surface_temperature_mapper gptkb:CRISM gptkb:camera gptkb:spectrometer gptkb:Hi_RISE gptkb:THEMIS high-resolution camera visible and infrared spectrometer thermal imager thermal emission imaging system multi-spectral camera CTX MARCI SHARAD Mars atmospheric imaging system Mars color imager Mars reconnaissance orbiter science team Mars subsurface radar Mars surface aerosol sensor Mars surface analysis sensor Mars surface analysis tool Mars surface ascent sensor Mars surface assessment sensor Mars surface assessment tool Mars surface biological sensor Mars surface characterization sensor Mars surface characterization tool Mars surface chemical sensor Mars surface cloud sensor Mars surface composition analyzer Mars surface descent sensor Mars surface dust detector Mars surface dust storm sensor Mars surface elemental sensor Mars surface entry sensor Mars surface evaluation sensor Mars surface evaluation tool Mars surface exit sensor Mars surface exploration sensor Mars surface exploration tool Mars surface gas sensor Mars surface geology mapper Mars surface habitability sensor Mars surface humidity sensor Mars surface ice detector Mars surface imaging system Mars surface investigation sensor Mars surface investigation tool Mars surface isotopic sensor Mars surface landing sensor Mars surface life sensor Mars surface mapping sensor Mars surface mapping tool Mars surface microbial sensor Mars surface mineral sensor Mars surface monitoring sensor Mars surface monitoring tool Mars surface observation sensor Mars surface observation tool Mars surface organic sensor Mars surface particle sensor Mars surface pressure sensor Mars surface radiation detector Mars surface radiation sensor Mars surface recovery sensor Mars surface reentry sensor Mars surface research sensor Mars surface research tool Mars surface return sensor Mars surface sample return sensor Mars surface study sensor Mars surface study tool Mars surface temperature sensor Mars surface water detector Mars surface weather station Mars surface wind detector color imager context camera high-resolution imaging science experiment shallow radar |
| gptkbp:spacecraft |
highly sophisticated
|
| gptkbp:status |
operational
|
| gptkbp:storage |
available to the public
publicly available over 1 million images high-resolution images of Mars over 100 gigabits 250 gigabits high-resolution images of surface features solid-state recorders |
| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:Mars_2020_rover
gptkb:Mars_2020 |
| gptkbp:surface |
yes
|
| gptkbp:team |
gptkb:engineers
gptkb:Richard_Zurek gptkb:students gptkb:scientists gptkb:researchers |
| gptkbp:thermal_imaging |
yes
|
| gptkbp:weather_conditions |
yes
|
| gptkbp:weight |
1,100 kg
2,300 kilograms approximately 1,100 kg |
| gptkbp:width |
3.2 meters
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:The_National_Aeronautics_and_Space_Administration
gptkb:NASA gptkb:camera |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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