The geological map of #exomars landing site was published!
https://www.esa.int/Science_Exploration/Human_and_Robotic_Exploration/Best_geologic_map_for_a_European_rover_on_Mars
Oxia Planum landing site proposal was an output of the #ERC e-Mars project, just like #MarsSI, and we provided some of the data used to create this map -- which resulted in our new DEM procedure.
#mars #exomars2016 #exomars2028 #rosalindfranklinrover #esa #rover
Best geologic map for a European rover on Mars
A team of European scientists have published the most detailed geologic map of Oxia Planum – the landing site for ESA’s Rosalind Franklin rover on Mars. This thorough look at the geography and geological history of the area will help the rover scout the once water-rich terrain, in the search for signs of past and present life.
I’m hearing rumors that
#esa_tgo has been confirmed for continued science operations. Can somebody confirm?
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