Curiosity Rover
The Mars Science Laboratory mission's Curiosity rover is investigating Mars' habitability, studying its climate and geology.
Curiosity, the largest and most capable rover ever sent to Mars, has been exploring the Gale Crater since August 2012. Its mission is to determine if Mars was ever capable of supporting microbial life, to study the climate and geology of Mars, and to prepare for human exploration. The rover is equipped with a suite of scientific instruments designed to analyze rocks, soil, and the atmosphere. It is powered by a radioisotope thermoelectric generator (RTG), which provides it with heat and electricity from the natural decay of plutonium-238.
Detalhes da Missão
- Status da Missão:
- active
- Data de Lançamento:
- 11/26/2011
- Data de Pouso:
- 8/6/2012
- Local de Pouso:
- Gale Crater
- Total de Imagens:
- 654,321
- Duração da Missão:
- 3800+ sols (10+ Earth years)
Especificações do Rover
- Peso:
- 899 kg (1,982 lb)
- Comprimento:
- 3 m (9.8 ft)
- Fonte de Energia:
- Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generator (RTG)
- Velocidade Máxima:
- 0.14 km/h (0.09 mph)
- Número de Câmeras:
- 6
CÂMERAS DO ROVER
O rover Curiosity está equipado com múltiplas câmeras que servem a diferentes propósitos científicos e operacionais.
Mastcam
Mast Camera
The Mastcam system provides multiple spectral and stereoscopic imaging capabilities.
Navcam
Navigation Camera
The Navigation Cameras help the rover team navigate Curiosity safely across the Martian terrain.
FHAZ
Front Hazard Avoidance Camera
The Front Hazard Avoidance Cameras help the rover detect and avoid obstacles in its path.
RHAZ
Rear Hazard Avoidance Camera
The Rear Hazard Avoidance Cameras help the rover detect and avoid obstacles when driving backward.
MAHLI
Mars Hand Lens Imager
The Mars Hand Lens Imager takes close-up, high-resolution color images of rocks and soil.
ChemCam
Chemistry and Camera Complex
The Chemistry and Camera Complex uses a laser to analyze the chemical composition of rocks and soil.
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Principais descobertas e momentos da missão do Curiosity em Marte.
Landing in Gale Crater
Curiosity successfully landed in Gale Crater using the innovative 'Sky Crane' system, marking a major achievement in Mars exploration technology.
Discovery of Ancient Streambed
The rover found evidence of an ancient streambed where water once flowed, supporting the hypothesis that Mars once had conditions suitable for life.
Drilling at Yellowknife Bay
Curiosity performed its first drilling operation at Yellowknife Bay, collecting samples that revealed the presence of key chemical ingredients for life.
Reaching Mount Sharp
After a two-year journey, Curiosity reached the base of Mount Sharp (Aeolis Mons), the central peak of Gale Crater and a primary scientific target.