Phoenix (spacecraft)
NASA's uncrewed space probe that landed on Mars in 2008 to study water history.
Quick Facts: Who was Phoenix (spacecraft)?
- Subject:
- Phoenix (spacecraft)
- Known for:
- NASA's uncrewed space probe that landed on Mars in 2008 to study water history.
- Born:
- 2007-09-26
- Died:
- 2008-11-02
- Century / Era:
- 2007s Historical Era Archive
- Verified Source:
- 2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives
Origins & Early Life
Phoenix was an uncrewed space probe that landed on the surface of Mars on May 25, 2008, and operated until November 2, 2008. Phoenix was operational on Mars for 157 sols (161 days). Its instruments were used to assess the local habitability and to research the history of water on Mars.
Career & Major Achievements
The mission was part of the Mars Scout Program; its total cost was $420 million, including the cost of launch. The multi-agency program was led by the Lunar and Planetary Laboratory at the University of Arizona, with project management by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Academic and industrial partners included universities in the United States, Canada, Switzerland, Denmark, Germany, the United Kingdom, NASA, the Canadian Space Agency, the Finnish Meteorological Institute, Lockheed Martin Space Systems, MacDonald Dettwiler & Associates (MDA) in partnership with Optech Incorporated (Optech) and other aerospace companies.
Enduring Legacy & Impact
It was the first NASA mission to Mars led by a public university. Phoenix was NASA's sixth successful landing on Mars, from seven attempts, and the first in Mars's polar region.
Chronological Milestones & Life Events
Notable Quotes by Phoenix (spacecraft)
“The mission was part of the Mars Scout Program; its total cost was $420 million, including the cost of launch.” (2008)
Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Phoenix (spacecraft)
True or False: “Phoenix was designed to detect evidence of complex, multicellular life forms on Mars.”
Answer (FALSE ❌): Phoenix was primarily equipped to analyze the geological and chemical history of water, looking for evidence of past habitability, not complex life.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Phoenix (spacecraft)
Who was Phoenix (spacecraft) and what are their primary contributions?
NASA's uncrewed space probe that landed on Mars in 2008 to study water history. Origins & Early Life: Phoenix was an uncrewed space probe that landed on the surface of Mars on May 25, 2008, and operated until November 2, 2008. Phoenix was operational on Mars for 157 sols (161 days). Its instruments were used to assess the local habitability and to research the history of water on Mars.
When was Phoenix (spacecraft) born and during which historical era did they live?
Phoenix (spacecraft) was born on 2007-09-26 and passed away on 2008-11-02. For complete historical world events during this era, explore the 2007 Chrono-Archive.
Where can I read more verified chronological archives on Phoenix (spacecraft)?
Explore verified primary sources, interactive timelines, and contemporary figures in the 2Day Chrono-Wiki encyclopedia or review the original entry on Wikipedia.
Source: Wikipedia