Hope at Mars.
Published In: Sky & Telescope, 2024, v. 147, n. 2. P. 12 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Barbuzano, Javier 3 of 3
Abstract
The Emirates Mars Mission, also known as Al-Amal or "Hope," is a spacecraft launched by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to study Mars's atmosphere. The mission aims to gain a comprehensive understanding of Mars's climate and weather by observing its atmosphere from a wider orbit than other spacecraft. The mission has already made significant discoveries, including new types of aurorae and insights into Martian weather patterns. The UAE's success in reaching Mars on its first attempt puts them among the few space agencies that have achieved this feat. The UAE's space program is focused on inspiring youth and promoting science careers, with a goal of increasing scientific output and technological capabilities. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Sky & Telescope. 2024/02, Vol. 147, Issue 2, p12
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Astronomy and Astrophysics
- Publication Date:2024
- ISSN:0037-6604
- Accession Number:173497658
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