Mars Mission Testing and Protocols

The video presents a preliminary design review of NASA's L Space Team 40's Mars lander project. Adriana, the project manager, introduces the team and outlines the mission's objectives, including characterizing ice on Mars. The lander must meet specific size and weight constraints and withstand Mars' harsh conditions. The video details the lander's design, components, and scientific payload, which aims to detect ice using infrared light. The descent and landing procedures are explained, emphasizing safety and testing protocols to ensure mission success.

Who is the project manager for NASA L space team 40?

• Christian

• Adriana

• Elizabeth

• Marco

What is the maximum weight allowed for the Mars lander?

• 10 kilograms

• 7 kilograms

• 3 kilograms

• 5 kilograms

Which material is used for the parachute ropes?

• Nylon

• Polyester

• Cotton

• Kevlar

What is the primary function of the Argus 1,000 spectrometer?

• To control the lander

• To provide power

• To record and measure spectra

• To measure temperature

What is the range of infrared light used to detect ice on Mars?

• 800 to 1600 nanometers

• 900 to 1700 nanometers

• 1100 to 1900 nanometers

• 1000 to 1800 nanometers

At what altitude does the lander separate from the Mars orbiter?

• 300 kilometers

• 250 kilometers

• 150 kilometers

• 200 kilometers

What is the role of the Safety Officer during Earth testing?

• To manage the project

• To operate the spectrometer

• To ensure safety protocols are followed

• To design the lander

Which organization will test the descent and landing systems?

• JPL

• SpaceX

• NASA

• ESA

What is the main goal of the mission?

• To land on Mars and send data back to Earth

• To explore the Moon

• To orbit Mars

• To test new propulsion systems

What is the purpose of using an extreme cold chamber during testing?

• To simulate Mars' surface conditions

• To calibrate the spectrometer

• To test the parachute

• To measure the lander's weight