Ahead of the spacecraft's expected landing on the early afternoon of 18 February 2021, engineers have been putting it to the test.
from more than 60 candidate locations which were studied, analysed and debated by the mission team and planetary science community.
"Getting samples from this unique area will revolutionise how we think about Mars and its ability to harbour life." "The Mars community has long coveted the scientific value of sites such as Jezero Crater, and a previous mission contemplated going there, but the challenges with safely landing were considered prohibitive," explained Ken Farley.
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