The original concept of a Mars Sample Return (MSR) was proposed in 2004, but was never developed. The mission is now being tentatively studied for 2018.
Current Exploration
The Mars rovers "Spirit" and "Opportunity" are currently exploring Mars, although Spirit has been stationary since it became stuck in soft soil in May, 2009. Spirit is part of the MER-A mission launched June 10, 2003, and landed on Mars on January 4, 2004. The twin lander Opportunity was launched on the MER-B mission on July 7, 2003, and arrived on Mars on January 25, 2004.
Astronauts used specialized tools like rock hammers, scoops, and drills to collect geological samples on the Moon's surface. They stored these samples in sealed containers to bring back to Earth for analysis.
The purpose of the Apollo 13 mission was to land on the moon and further explore its surface, conducting experiments and collecting samples. However, due to an oxygen tank explosion, the mission had to be aborted, and the focus shifted to safely returning the astronauts back to Earth.
A manned lunar mission is a space mission in which astronauts travel to and land on the Moon. The astronauts conduct scientific research, collect samples, and perform experiments while on the lunar surface before returning safely to Earth. The Apollo missions in the 1960s and 1970s are examples of manned lunar missions.
Apollo 11 collected lunar rock and soil samples during its mission to the moon in 1969. These samples were brought back to Earth for analysis and study by scientists to learn more about the moon's composition and geological history.
Neil Armstrong did not conduct any specific scientific experiments on the moon. His primary mission during the Apollo 11 mission was to collect samples of lunar rocks and soil, set up scientific instruments, and document the moon's surface. The experiments were carried out by other astronauts on subsequent Apollo missions.
The future mission planned to collect rock samples on Mars is the Mars Sample Return mission. The exact launch date has not been confirmed yet, but it is expected to take place in the late 2020s or early 2030s.
Astronauts used specialized tools like rock hammers, scoops, and drills to collect geological samples on the Moon's surface. They stored these samples in sealed containers to bring back to Earth for analysis.
The purpose of the Apollo 13 mission was to land on the moon and further explore its surface, conducting experiments and collecting samples. However, due to an oxygen tank explosion, the mission had to be aborted, and the focus shifted to safely returning the astronauts back to Earth.
His specific job was to collect lunar samples, and then return with them to Earth, which he did.
A manned lunar mission is a space mission in which astronauts travel to and land on the Moon. The astronauts conduct scientific research, collect samples, and perform experiments while on the lunar surface before returning safely to Earth. The Apollo missions in the 1960s and 1970s are examples of manned lunar missions.
Apollo 11 collected lunar rock and soil samples during its mission to the moon in 1969. These samples were brought back to Earth for analysis and study by scientists to learn more about the moon's composition and geological history.
No, not yet. The MESSENGER mission has flown by Mercury three times, and is planned to land on the surface during 2010.
Neil Armstrong did not conduct any specific scientific experiments on the moon. His primary mission during the Apollo 11 mission was to collect samples of lunar rocks and soil, set up scientific instruments, and document the moon's surface. The experiments were carried out by other astronauts on subsequent Apollo missions.
Apollo 13's mission was to land on the moon, deploy/execute a set of experiments, explore the surface and collect lunar rocks.
LEM - Lunar Excursion Module - A small 'car' that was used to move across the surface to collect samples.
The astronauts of Apollo 15 used the Lunar Roving Vehicle (LRV) to explore the surface of the moon. The LRV was a battery-powered four-wheeled rover that allowed the astronauts to travel longer distances and collect more samples during their mission.
A lunar scoop is a tool used on missions to collect samples of lunar soil and rock from the surface of the Moon. It is typically designed to be operated by astronauts during extravehicular activities (EVAs) to gather specimens for analysis back on Earth.