Mars Spirit Rover

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:robot
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Mars_Rover_mission
gptkbp:collaborations gptkb:Jet_Propulsion_Laboratory
gptkb:California_Institute_of_Technology
Various international space agencies
gptkbp:communication UHF radio
March 22, 2010
gptkbp:contribution inspiration for future generations of scientists
collaboration with international scientists
data on Martian surface conditions
contribution to astrobiology research
enhanced understanding of Martian geology
Provided data on Martian atmosphere
data for future Mars missions
insights into Martian climate history
advancements in robotic exploration technology
improved landing techniques for future missions
public interest in Mars exploration
study of Martian dust and its effects
understanding of Martian weather patterns
Increased understanding of Martian geology
Helped identify potential past habitability of Mars
gptkbp:discovered_by gptkb:Martian_dust_devils
seasonal changes on Mars
sulfate minerals
silica deposits
evidence of past water
evidence of past volcanic activity
Martian atmosphere composition
Martian meteorological data
iron-rich soil
variety of rocks and soil types
gptkbp:distance 7.73 kilometers
gptkbp:first_awarded January 4, 2004
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Mars Spirit Rover
gptkbp:instrument gptkb:Mössbauer_Spectrometer
gptkb:Protected_area
gptkb:Rock_Abrasion_Tool
gptkb:Alpha_Particle_X-ray_Spectrometer
gptkb:Panoramic_Camera
gptkb:Miniature_Thermal_Emission_Spectrometer
Magnet Array
Microscopic Imager
Soil Conductivity Probe
gptkbp:landing_site gptkb:Gusev_Crater
gptkbp:launch_vehicle gptkb:Delta_II_7925
gptkbp:launched June 10, 2003
gptkbp:location gptkb:Mars
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:NASA
gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight January 4, 2004
airbag landing system
Airbag landing system
gptkbp:mission gptkb:spacecraft
gptkb:Exploration
Communication loss
gptkbp:mission_duration approximately 6 years
gptkbp:notable_achievement First rover to send back data on Martian surface temperatures
First rover to send back data on Martian dust storms
First rover to analyze Martian soil for chemical composition
First rover to send back high-resolution images of Mars
First rover to analyze Martian rocks in situ
First rover to conduct atmospheric studies on Mars
First rover to operate during Martian winter
First rover to operate in a Martian crater
First rover to study Martian geology in detail
First rover to study Martian meteorology
First rover to use a robotic arm on Mars
Longest operational rover on Mars at the time
First rover to analyze Martian rocks for mineral content
First rover to send back data on Martian wind patterns
First rover to conduct long-term studies of Martian weather patterns
First rover to conduct extensive soil analysis on Mars
First rover to conduct long-term environmental monitoring on Mars
First rover to perform remote sensing of Martian surface
First rover to send back data on Martian surface composition.
First rover to analyze Martian rocks for signs of past life
gptkbp:objective Search for evidence of past water
search for evidence of past water
gptkbp:operated_by gptkb:NASA
gptkbp:operates_in March 22, 2010
gptkbp:operational_area 6 years
gptkbp:operational_status inactive
gptkbp:power_output Solar panels
solar panels
gptkbp:services Analyze Martian soil
Conduct long-term weather monitoring on Mars
Discover evidence of past water
Take panoramic images of Mars
gptkbp:status gptkb:Inactive
decommissioned
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Mars_Opportunity_Rover
gptkbp:team gptkb:Steve_Squyres
gptkbp:weight 185 kilograms