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http://dx.doi.org/10.5140/JASS.2012.29.4.375

A Case Study in the Mars Landing Site Selection for Science Objects  

Seo, Haingja (Aerospace Convergence Technology Research Laboratory, Korea Aerospace Research Institute)
Kim, Eojin (Aerospace Convergence Technology Research Laboratory, Korea Aerospace Research Institute)
Kim, Joo Hyeon (Aerospace Convergence Technology Research Laboratory, Korea Aerospace Research Institute)
Lee, Joo Hee (Aerospace Convergence Technology Research Laboratory, Korea Aerospace Research Institute)
Choi, Gi-Hyuk (Aerospace Convergence Technology Research Laboratory, Korea Aerospace Research Institute)
Sim, Eun-Sup (Aerospace Convergence Technology Research Laboratory, Korea Aerospace Research Institute)
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Journal of Astronomy and Space Sciences / v.29, no.4, 2012 , pp. 375-380 More about this Journal
Abstract
It is a crucial matter to select a landing site for landers or rovers in planning the Mars exploration. The landing site must have not only a scientific value as a landing site, but also geographical features to lead a safe landing for Mars probes. In this regard, this study analyzed landing site of Mars probes and rovers in previous studies and discussed the adequacy of the landing site to scientific missions. Moreover, this study also examined domestic studies on the Mars. The frameworks of these studies will guide the selection of exploration sites and a landing site when sending Mars probe to the Mars through our own efforts. Additionally, this paper will be used as the preliminary data for selection of exploration site and a landing site.
Keywords
Mars; landing site; planetary exploration; spacecraft; lander; rover;
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