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Global view of Mars
April 1999 - A mosaic of 24 images taken on a single northern summer day in April 1999 are stitched together to create a global view of Mars. We rotate the planet to reveal the South Pole. Viking data is used to fill in some of this region which is in darkness during this season. The landing site is located at latitude 76 degrees South, longitude 195 degrees West. A bright blue ellipse indicates the landing location of the landing site. The ellipse is 5 kilometers wide and 90 kilometers long.
Launched January 3, Mars Polar Lander will set down gently on the Red Planet December 3 for the start of a three-month mission to help scientists study the planets climate history. Polar Lander was launched toward a Colorado-sized area at about 75 degrees south latitude on Mars. Mission planners have been reviewing images and three-dimensional topographic measurements from the orbiting Mars Global Surveyor mission to pick a safe and scientifically interesting spot to land
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This photo print, taken in April 1999, offers a mesmerizing global view of Mars. A mosaic of 24 images captured on a single northern summer day has been seamlessly stitched together to create this remarkable panorama. As we rotate the planet, our gaze is drawn towards the South Pole, where darkness prevails during this season. To illuminate this region, Viking data has been utilized to fill in the missing details. Located at latitude 76 degrees South and longitude 195 degrees West, a bright blue ellipse stands out against the Martian landscape – marking the landing site for an upcoming mission. Stretching across five kilometers in width and an impressive length of 90 kilometers, this elliptical shape signifies both precision and significance. The photograph represents more than just a visual spectacle; it symbolizes humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge about our neighboring planet. Launched on January 3rd with great anticipation, Mars Polar Lander is scheduled to touch down gently on December 3rd – commencing its three-month mission dedicated to unraveling Mars' climate history. Mission planners have meticulously analyzed images and topographic measurements from the orbiting Mars Global Surveyor mission to identify a safe yet scientifically intriguing spot for landing. This meticulous selection process ensures that valuable insights into Martian climatic conditions will be obtained while safeguarding the success of this ambitious endeavor. As we marvel at this awe-inspiring image by Stocktrek Images, let us appreciate not only its aesthetic appeal but also recognize it as a testament to human curiosity and determination in understanding worlds beyond our own.
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