D-MARS

D-MARS is an analogue mission to the planet Mars, taking place in Makhtesh Ramon in Israel's Negev desert. D-MARS is an acronym for "Desert Mars Analog Ramon Station", and its crew are known as "Ramonauts". Ramon's geological features and aridity are similar to those of Mars.[1] In addition, the mission takes place in the crater because of its relative abundance.

The habitat and two ramonouts
The habitat and two Ramonauts, and part of the crater view

Several missions have been carried out since the beginning of 2018, each staffed by six crew.[2][1] They have performed experiments across many disciplines, including physics, soil studies, microbial studies, psychology, agriculture, water supply, and engineering.[3][4] Their suits were designed by Israeli fashion designer Alon Livne.[1]

A three-week simulation event is scheduled for November 2020.[5]

See also

References
  2. About D-MARS
  4. twitter of d-mars analog
  5. "Team of global scientists to build simulation of life on Mars near Mitzpe Ramon". Haaretz.com.

This article is issued from Wikipedia. The text is licensed under Creative Commons - Attribution - Sharealike. Additional terms may apply for the media files.