NASA has approved SpaceX's initiative to develop a concept for integrating its Starlink broadband satellites into a Martian communication network. This project is part of a broader program where NASA is funding preliminary studies to support its future missions, including the retrieval of Martian samples. SpaceX's proposal aligns with its broader ambitions under Elon Musk's vision of a multiplanetary human presence, aiming to enhance connectivity between Earth and Mars.
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Mars on the Move: Why the Red Planet is Spinning Faster
The annotated area of Mars in this illustration holds near-surface water ice that would be easily accessible for astronauts to dig up. The water ice was identified as part of a map using data from NASA orbiters. NASA/JPL-Caltech
Discover the fascinating phenomenon behind Mars' accelerating rotation. This post delves into the latest findings from NASA's InSight mission, exploring how internal changes within Mars are causing the Red Planet to spin increasingly faster. Join us as we uncover the secrets of Mars' core and its implications for future space exploration.
Recent findings from NASA's InSight lander have given us the most precise measurement of Mars' rotation yet, revealing that it is accelerating slightly each year. This subtle change, though it seems minor, points to significant internal and possibly climatic transformations on Mars. Scientists speculate this could be due to accumulating material at the polar caps or shifts in the planet’s internal mass distribution.
