Mars Sample Return (MSR) has for many years been considered one of the most ambitious as well as most scientifically interesting of the suite of desired future planetary missions. This paper defines low- cost MSR mission concepts based on several exciting new technologies planned for space missions launching over the next 10 years. Key to reducing cost is use of advanced spacecraft & electronics technology.


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    Title :

    Advanced Technology-Based Low Cost Mars Sample Return Missions


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    Publication date :

    1995-05-01


    Type of media :

    Preprint


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    Language :

    English




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