Viking 1 lander

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:spacecraft
gptkbp:analysis conducted on Earth
gptkbp:collaborations international scientists
gptkbp:court fixed lander
gptkbp:cultural_impact inspired science fiction
gptkbp:data_transmission via radio signals
gptkbp:design_features gptkb:Telehealth_Services
solar panels
mechanical systems
redundant systems
high-gain antenna
modular construction
power distribution system
thermal protection
thermal control system
articulated arms
command and data handling system
landing legs
low-gain antenna
descent parachute
retro rockets
science platform
gptkbp:frequency 227.4 MHz
gptkbp:has_artwork over 50,000 images
gptkbp:historical_legacy paved the way for future Mars missions
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Viking 1 lander
gptkbp:image_format gptkb:Color
black and white
gptkbp:landing_distance approximately 8.5 m/s
gptkbp:landing_site gptkb:Chryse_Planitia
July 20, 1976
gptkbp:launch_date August 20, 1975
gptkbp:launched gptkb:NASA
gptkbp:mission November 11, 1982
gptkbp:mission_duration 6 years and 4 months
gptkbp:mission_type gptkb:Mars_exploration
gptkbp:notable_work temperature variations
Martian soil composition
presence of water ice
atmospheric pressure measurements
surface wind patterns
no definitive signs of life
gptkbp:objective search for signs of life
gptkbp:operational_period approximately 6 years
gptkbp:power_source nuclear battery
gptkbp:public_interest high
gptkbp:resolution 1000 x 1000 pixels
gptkbp:scientific_instruments gptkb:National_Weather_Service
gptkb:camera
gptkb:spectrometer
gptkb:magnetometer
gas chromatograph
gptkbp:service land on Mars
gptkbp:status inactive
gptkbp:storage magnetic tape
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Viking_2_lander
gptkbp:team none required
gptkbp:weight 650 kg
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:National_Air_and_Space_Museum
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3