Historical Mars Missions
- Viking Program (1976): First successful landing on Mars, providing critical data on soil and atmosphere.
- Pathfinder (1997): Deployed Sojourner rover, marking the beginning of robotic exploration on the planet.
- Spirit & Opportunity (2004): Twin rovers discovered evidence of past water activity, revolutionizing Mars science.
Recent Advances
- Perseverance Rover (2021): Landmark mission to search for signs of ancient life and collect samples for return to Earth.
- InSight Lander (2018): Studied Mars' interior, measuring seismic activity and heat flow.
Future Plans
- Sample Return Mission (2030s): Aimed at bringing Martian rock and soil samples back to Earth for analysis.
- Mars Colony Initiatives: Long-term goals include sustainable human habitats and resource utilization.
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