4. Explain the data you will want to collect on your mission, and list the
instruments you’ll need so that you can collect and store samples while on
your mission. Describe how any collected data will be used when you return
from your mission. (3 points)
My planet I chose to go to is Mars. I'm having trouble finding what materials I need to collect data.
Tech Specs
Main Job - Collect and store a compelling set of rock and soil samples that could be returned to earth in the future.
Witness Tubes - 5 tubes
Sample Containers - 43 containers
Samples to be collected - at least 20 samples
the answer that you need for #4
google the Curiosity Rover
I am doing mars to. I will give you answers if you gove me the answer to this. Okay.
Question#2- Identify any challenging conditions that you may encounter on your mission; this may include near-vacuum conditions, extreme temperatures, cosmic radiation, and microgravity. Explain how you will overcome these challenges with the design of your spacecraft.
Answer#2- Hey, in orbit there is no air around you and therefore no air pressure. You must maintain approximately atmospheric pressure inside if manned. If unmanned, you still must make sure nothing blows up when the outside pressure goes to zero.
There is no nice layer of air to insulate you from the sun or to slow radiation from you into space if in the shade (behind a planet or on the side of your system away from the sun) Therefore the side facing the sun will get lots of infrared radiation and the side away will get very cold. Equipment will swell or shrink and boil or freeze.
In orbit your centripetal acceleration balances your gravitational attraction so net effect is weightless. There is no "down". Everything must be secured or it will drift around.
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To collect data on your mission to Mars, you'll want to gather information about various aspects of the planet's environment, geology, atmosphere, and potentially even signs of past or present life. Here are some key data collection areas and the instruments you may need for each:
1. Geology and Surface Composition: To study the rocks, minerals, and surface features on Mars, you'll need instruments like:
- X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectrometer: Measures the elemental composition of rocks and soil.
- Raman spectrometer: Analyzes the molecular structure and composition of minerals.
- Panoramic cameras: Capture high-resolution images of the Martian surface.
- Infrared spectrometer: Detects specific mineral signatures based on their thermal radiation.
2. Atmosphere and Weather: For studying the Martian atmosphere and weather patterns, you'll require instruments like:
- Weather station: Measures temperature, pressure, humidity, wind speed, and other meteorological parameters.
- Gas analyzers: Determine the composition and concentration of gases in the atmosphere.
- Dust sensors: Monitor the presence and characteristics of dust particles in the atmosphere.
3. Search for Life: If your mission includes the search for signs of past or present life on Mars, you may need:
- Microscopic imagers: Capture high-resolution images of potential microbial life or fossilized remains.
- Chemical analyzers: Detect organic compounds or biomarkers associated with life.
- Drill or sampler tools: Collect samples from below the Martian surface for further analysis.
Once you return from your mission, the collected data will be analyzed and interpreted by scientists. The data will be used to:
- Gain insights into the geology, mineralogy, and surface processes of Mars.
- Understand the Martian weather patterns, climate, and atmospheric composition.
- Investigate the potential habitability of Mars for microbial life.
- Provide data for future missions and the development of human colonization plans.
- Contribute to our overall understanding of the Red Planet and its history.
To find the specific materials and instruments you'll need for your mission, I recommend consulting scientific literature, mission reports, or reaching out to experts in the respective fields of study. Additionally, organizations like NASA provide detailed information about the instruments used in their Mars missions, which can serve as a valuable reference.