How to Land on Mars: An Explainer

The video explains the complex process of landing a spacecraft on Mars. It highlights the challenges due to the 12-minute signal delay from Earth, requiring the spacecraft to land autonomously. The landing sequence involves deceleration from 12,000 mph to 1.5 mph, using atmospheric friction, a supersonic parachute, and a heat shield. The spacecraft uses terrain relative navigation to find a safe landing spot. Finally, the sky crane lowers the rover onto the Martian surface, completing the mission successfully.

What happens to the remaining portion of the spacecraft after the Rover is deposited?

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What is the significance of the phrase 'Finally, we've landed on Mars'?

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