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| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:robot
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:NASA
gptkb:robot |
| gptkbp:aircraft_operated |
6 wheels
|
| gptkbp:analysis |
conducted on Earth
|
| gptkbp:challenges |
Dust accumulation on solar panels
dust accumulation on solar panels Communication delays with Earth developing robust systems for Mars environment |
| gptkbp:collaborations |
gptkb:international_collaboration
|
| gptkbp:collection |
over 550 images
|
| gptkbp:color |
golden-brown
|
| gptkbp:communication |
1997-09-27
to Earth UHF radio Direct to Earth via Mars Pathfinder lander via Mars Pathfinder |
| gptkbp:community |
welcomed its findings
|
| gptkbp:community_engagement |
high
Increased interest in Mars exploration |
| gptkbp:contribution |
Provided data on Martian geology
Demonstrated technology for future missions Provided data on Martian atmosphere demonstrated technology for future rovers first analysis of Martian soil first images of Martian terrain |
| gptkbp:controls |
autonomous navigation
Remote control from Earth remote control from Earth |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
Featured in documentaries and educational materials
inspired interest in robotics |
| gptkbp:data_usage |
up to 1 kbps
|
| gptkbp:design |
gptkb:Jet_Propulsion_Laboratory
|
| gptkbp:developed_by |
gptkb:Jet_Propulsion_Laboratory
|
| gptkbp:discovered_by |
gptkb:NASA
|
| gptkbp:distance |
approximately 100 meters
about 100 meters |
| gptkbp:duration |
83 sols
|
| gptkbp:emergency_services |
Successful landing on Mars surface
|
| gptkbp:explores |
opened new avenues for planetary science
|
| gptkbp:features |
modular design
articulated arm Camera for navigation and science Robotic arm for sample analysis Rugged chassis for rough terrain Six wheels for mobility |
| gptkbp:first_ascent |
gptkb:theorem
to operate on another planet |
| gptkbp:first_awarded |
July 4, 1997
1997-07-06 |
| gptkbp:first_introduced |
gptkb:1997
|
| gptkbp:frequency |
up to 1000 meters
401.0 M Hz |
| gptkbp:future_plans |
influenced design of Mars rovers
|
| gptkbp:height |
30 cm
|
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
first mobile robot on another planet
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Sojourner
|
| gptkbp:impact |
increased understanding of Mars
Paved the way for future Mars exploration missions Contributed to understanding of Mars geology Helped identify potential for past water on Mars Provided data for climate studies |
| gptkbp:inscription |
Used for analyzing soil and rocks
|
| gptkbp:instrument |
gptkb:musician
gptkb:Rover_Environmental_Monitoring_Station gptkb:hospital gptkb:Photographer gptkb:Alpha_Proton_X-ray_Spectrometer gptkb:video_game gptkb:military_base gptkb:Imager_for_Mars_Pathfinder gptkb:satellite communication tools temperature sensors pressure sensors navigation tools Seismometer robotic arms environmental sensors X-ray fluorescence spectrometer optical sensors Meteorological sensors wind sensors data collection systems Spectroscopy tools radiation sensors dust sensors Meteorology sensors Color camera Radiation detector chemical analysis tools Dust sensor spectroscopic tools Soil mechanics experiment Thermal emission spectrometer imaging tools rock analysis tool soil analysis tool |
| gptkbp:is_a_supporter_of |
showcased capabilities of robotic exploration
|
| gptkbp:is_explored_in |
planetary exploration
|
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
Mars Pathfinder mission
|
| gptkbp:landing_site |
gptkb:Ares_Vallis
July 4, 1997 1997-07-04 19.33° N, 33.55° W |
| gptkbp:landscape |
rocky terrain
Rocky and dusty rocky and dusty |
| gptkbp:launch_date |
1996-12-04
December 4, 1996 1996-09-04 |
| gptkbp:launch_site |
gptkb:Cape_Canaveral_Air_Force_Station
|
| gptkbp:launch_vehicle |
gptkb:Delta_II_rocket
gptkb:Delta_II_7925 |
| gptkbp:launched |
gptkb:NASA
December 4, 1996 |
| gptkbp:legacy |
Inspiration for future missions
paved the way for future Mars missions Influenced design of later rovers |
| gptkbp:length |
65 cm
|
| gptkbp:manufacturer |
gptkb:Jet_Propulsion_Laboratory
gptkb:NASA |
| gptkbp:max_speed |
0.1 m/s
1 cm/s |
| gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight |
gptkb:1997
gptkb:Mars airbags July 4, 1997 |
| gptkbp:mission |
gptkb:Mars_Pathfinder
gptkb:Exploration September 1997 robotic exploration multidisciplinary team September 27, 1997 approximately $265 million Mars Pathfinder mission Demonstrate mobility on Mars demonstrated feasibility of mobile robots on Mars |
| gptkbp:mission_duration |
3 months
approximately 3 months approximately 90 days 90 sols 83 sols approximately 83 days |
| gptkbp:navigation_system |
autonomous navigation
|
| gptkbp:nickname |
gptkb:Mars_Pathfinder_rover
gptkb:Mars_Rover_Sojourner |
| gptkbp:notable_work |
discovered evidence of past water
|
| gptkbp:objective |
Analyze Martian soil and rocks
analyze Martian soil analyze Martian soil and rocks |
| gptkbp:operated_by |
gptkb:NASA
|
| gptkbp:operational_area |
gptkb:Jet_Propulsion_Laboratory
gptkb:Ares_Vallis Martian surface July 1997 to September 1997 83 sols 1997-1997 |
| gptkbp:operational_status |
completed
completed mission Completed mission |
| gptkbp:photography |
2
2 color cameras |
| gptkbp:power_consumption |
approximately 20 watts
approximately 5 watts |
| gptkbp:power_output |
Solar panels
solar panels |
| gptkbp:provides_information_on |
approximately 550 images
|
| gptkbp:research |
Chemical composition of Martian rocks analyzed
Over 550 images returned Temperature and pressure measurements taken |
| gptkbp:resolution |
1 meter
high resolution 256 x 256 pixels |
| gptkbp:scientific_goals |
Study Martian atmosphere
Analyze Martian soil study Martian atmosphere Analyze surface composition analyze Martian soil Analyze rocks Test mobility on Mars study Martian rocks demonstrate mobility on Mars |
| gptkbp:services |
successful Mars rover mission
first successful Mars rover First successful Mars rover Mars rover to operate on Mars |
| gptkbp:significance |
Paved the way for future Mars rovers
|
| gptkbp:size |
65 cm long
|
| gptkbp:status |
transmitted data until 1997-09-27
Mission declared complete |
| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:Opportunity_rover
gptkb:Spirit_rover Spirit and Opportunity Spirit and Opportunity rovers |
| gptkbp:team |
gptkb:Brian_Muirhead
|
| gptkbp:transmission |
Data sent back until mission end
|
| gptkbp:transportation |
6 wheels
wheeled |
| gptkbp:weight |
11.5 kg
25.4 lbs Maximum weight for Mars rovers |
| gptkbp:width |
48 cm
|