Mars Exploration Collection (#2)

Artwork of Mars Sample Return mission leaving Mars
Mars Sample Return mission. Artwork of the Mars Sample Return spacecraft blasting off from the surface of Mars. Due for launch in Summer 2005

Artists impression of Mars 96 Orbiter surveying
Mars 96 Orbiter. Artists impression of the Mars 96 Orbiter spacecraft surveying the surface of the red planet. The Orbiter carries 12 instruments for studying the Martian surface and atmosphere

Sojourner before leaving the Mars Pathfinder
Sojourner. Mosaic image of the robotic Sojourner vehicle aboard the Mars Pathfinder on the surface of the " red planet"

Martian landing. Computer artwork of a spaceship landing on the surface of the planet Mars. Mars is the fourth planet away from the Sun and is the most similar to Earth in environment

Mars exploration. Computer artwork of a roving vehicle driving over the rocky surface of the planet Mars. Such a rover may be used in the remote study of a planet

Martian colonists. Computer artwork of a vehicle moving over the surface of Mars. The buildings of a colony are seen at lower right

Artists impression of a Mars base
Mars base. Artists impression of a small research station in a valley on the surface of the planet Mars

Computer artwork of an astronaut on Mars surface
Astronaut on Mars. Computer artwork of an astronaut exploring the surface of the planet Mars. The astronauts visor has a space shuttle reflected in it

Artwork of Mars Pathfinder after landing on Mars
Mars Pathfinder arrival at Mars. Third in a series of three artworks showing how the Mars Pathfinder craft will arrive at Mars in July 1997

Sojourner on the surface of Mars
Sojourner. Mars Pathfinder mosaic image of the robotic Sojourner vehicle on the surface of Mars near the rock known as " Barnacle Bill" (at centre left)

Martian colony. Computer illustration of an astronaut standing in front of a colony on Mars. Beside the astronaut is a legged vehicle

Artwork of a space colony on the surface of Mars
Mars base. Artwork of a base on Mars, with astronauts working on a rocket beside it. A manned base on Mars could be constructed from prefabricated sections brought from Earth or from materials

Mars glider. Computer illustration of the deployment of a Mars glider above the surface of Mars. The glider would be folded up in a capsule (top right)

Computer artwork of a vehicle on Mars
Mars rover. Computer illustration of a vehicle on the surface of Mars

Mars Opportunity rover

Astronaut on Mars with US flag, artwork
Astronaut on Mars. Artwork of an astronaut on Mars standing next to a US flag. The Martian atmosphere is mostly carbon dioxide and surface temperatures are well below freezing

Spacecraft on Mars, artwork
Spacecraft on Mars. Artwork of a spacecraft lander from a manned mission to Mars. The Martian atmosphere is mostly carbon dioxide and surface temperatures are well below freezing

Spacecraft lands on Mars, artwork
Spacecraft landing on Mars. Artwork of a spacecraft landing from a manned mission to Mars. The Martian atmosphere is mostly carbon dioxide and surface temperatures are well below freezing

Spacecraft lands on Mars
Spacecraft landing on Mars. Artwork of a spacecraft landing from a manned mission to Mars. The Martian atmosphere is mostly carbon dioxide and surface temperatures are well below freezing

Astronaut landing on Mars, artwork
Astronaut landing on Mars. Artwork of an astronaut controlling a spacecraft descent onto Mars. A heads up display (HUD) is seen projected onto a window pane

Clovis rock, Mars
Clovis rock outcrop, Mars. Found in the Gusev Crater by NASAs Mars Exploration Rover Spirit, this rock is softer than the surrounding volcanic rocks

Toltecs, volcanic rocks, Mars
Toltecs. Group of Martian volcanic rocks known as Toltecs. These rocks are typical of those in the area and they will be used as a basis of comparison for other rocks, such as the Clovis outcrop

Martian dunes, Endurance Crater
Martian dunes. Sand dunes in Endurance Crater on Mars, coloured image. Dunes such as these cover much of the surface of Mars, so information gained about this one set may be applicable elsewhere

Mars 96 penetrator, artwork
Mars 96 penetrator. Artwork showing one of the penetrator probes of the Russian Mars 96 mission landing on Mars after being released from orbit

USA-China exploration of Mars, artwork
USA-China exploration of Mars. Artwork of a future Mars mission, showing US and Chinese astronauts examining a rock on the Martian surface at sunrise, next to a flag marking this as Expedition 21

Bootprint on Mars, artwork. Mars is a rocky desert world with no surface water. Its gravity is about one third of that on Earth

ExoMars rover, artwork
ExoMars rover on the surface of Mars, artwork. ExoMars (Exobiology in Mars) is a mission originally developed by the European Space Agency (ESA)

View of Mars from an orbiting spacecraft, artwork. This is a view of Argyre Planitia, an impact basin and plain in the southern highlands of Mars

US flag on Mars, artwork. Flag of the United States of America (USA) planted by astronauts exploring Mars. Mars is a rocky desert world with no surface water

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of Mars: A Journey through Time and Space" Embarking on a cosmic odyssey, humanity's fascination with Mars has led to remarkable discoveries and groundbreaking achievements. From the mighty Curiosity rover to the resilient Mars Spirit rover, our relentless pursuit of knowledge has propelled us closer to unraveling the enigmatic red planet. Intriguingly, it all began with Sojourner, a diminutive robotic vehicle that captured our imagination as it roamed across Martian terrain. Its pioneering footsteps paved the way for future missions, igniting an insatiable curiosity within us. As we delved deeper into this alien world, dreams turned into reality with the conception of Mars 96 surface station – an artistic vision that envisioned humans setting foot on Martian soil. The model of the Mars Pathfinder rover Sojourner further fueled our desire for exploration as we envisaged its potential impact on interplanetary research. The United States' unwavering commitment to exploring Mars materialized in awe-inspiring artwork depicting their endeavors. The launch of the Mars Science Laboratory spacecraft C018 / 1863 and C018 / 1858 marked significant milestones in our quest for answers beyond Earth's boundaries. Amidst anticipation and excitement, Curiosity rover emerged onto the scene – a testament to human ingenuity and determination. Its presence resonated through captivating artwork that showcased its prowess amidst vast Martian landscapes (C014 / 1260). With each subsequent launch - be it C018 / 1867 or C018 / 1866 - we pushed past limitations while embracing uncertainty; driven by an unyielding spirit of exploration. Artwork like F006 / 9860 served as a reminder that there is still so much left undiscovered on this distant celestial body. Through these ventures into space, we have come one step closer to deciphering ancient mysteries etched upon Martian soil.