Past planetary quarantine requirements were reviewed in the light of present Viking data to determine the steps necessary to prevent contamination of the Martian surface on future missions. The currently used term planetary protection reflects a broader scope of understanding of the problems involved. Various methods of preventing contamination are discussed in relation to proposed projects, specifically the 1984 Rover Mission.


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    Title :

    Post Viking Planetary Protection Requirements Study


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    1977


    Size :

    34 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English