Studying the history and current state of the Martian atmosphere.
Testing technologies for landing large payloads and surviving the harsh environment. 2. Launch Logistics Mission to Mars
Mapping the surface minerals and understanding the planet's internal structure. Studying the history and current state of the
Mars is a hostile environment that dictates how equipment and habitats are designed: Mars - NASA Science Mission to Mars
The heavier the payload (rovers, habitats, or fuel), the more powerful the rocket must be to escape Earth's gravity.
Using current chemical propulsion, the one-way journey typically takes 7 to 9 months . 3. The Martian Environment Challenges
Getting to Mars requires overcoming massive gravitational and orbital hurdles: