NASA Mars Science Laboratory

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:robot
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:In_Sight
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:robot
gptkbp:communication gptkb:X-band_radio
gptkbp:first_awarded August 6, 2012
gptkbp:height 2.2 meters
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label NASA Mars Science Laboratory
gptkbp:instrument gptkb:Rover_Environmental_Monitoring_Station
gptkb:Mars_Organic_Molecule_Analyzer
gptkb:Alpha_Particle_X-ray_Spectrometer
gptkb:Chem_Cam
gptkb:Mars_Hand_Lens_Imager
gptkb:Mars_Science_Laboratory_Chemistry_and_Mineralogy
gptkb:Rover_Imaging_System
Sample Analysis at Mars
Dynamic Albedo of Neutrons
gptkbp:landing_site gptkb:Gale_Crater
gptkbp:launched November 26, 2011
gptkbp:length 3 meters
gptkbp:mass 1025 kg
gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight August 6, 2012
gptkbp:mission robotic exploration
gptkbp:mission_duration approximately 687 Earth days
gptkbp:notable_achievement discovered clay minerals
identified organic molecules
analyzed Martian atmosphere composition
conducted extensive geological mapping
demonstrated advanced autonomous navigation
first rover to use a sky crane landing system
investigated potential habitability of Mars
measured methane levels
performed in-situ analysis of Martian rocks
returned over 700 images of Mars
studied seasonal changes on Mars
gptkbp:objective search for signs of past life
gptkbp:operated_by gptkb:NASA
gptkbp:power_output nuclear power
gptkbp:scientific_goals prepare for human exploration
study Martian climate
analyze Martian soil
characterize Martian geology
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Mars_2020
gptkbp:team over 400 scientists
gptkbp:top_speed 90 meters per hour
gptkbp:width 2.7 meters