Visual Localization of the Tianwen-1 Lander Using Orbital, Descent and Rover Images

Article Engineering, Aerospace

Scientific objectives and payloads of Tianwen-1, China's first Mars exploration mission

Zou Yongliao et al.

Summary: The paper describes the objectives and payloads of China's first Mars exploration mission, Tianwen-1. The orbiter, lander, and rover are equipped with 13 scientific payloads to study Mars' magnetosphere, ionosphere, topography, subsurface ice, and climate history, aiming to advance our scientific knowledge of the planet.

ADVANCES IN SPACE RESEARCH (2021)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Localization of the Chang'e-5 Lander Using Radio-Tracking and Image-Based Methods

Jia Wang et al.

Summary: The Chang'e-5 mission landed successfully in Northern Oceanus Procellarum, with precise localization being crucial for engineering operations and scientific research. Localization was achieved through radio-tracking and image-based methods, aiding in mission planning and scientific analysis.

REMOTE SENSING (2021)

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Review Astronomy & Astrophysics

The Navigation and Terrain Cameras on the Tianwen-1 Mars Rover

Xiao Liang et al.

Summary: The NaTeCams are binocular stereo cameras mounted on the Tianwen-1 Mars Rover, designed primarily for navigation, control, and scientific observations. Using CMOS technology, the cameras undergo preflight calibration and performance testing.

SPACE SCIENCE REVIEWS (2021)

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Review Astronomy & Astrophysics

High Resolution Imaging Camera (HiRIC) on China's First Mars Exploration Tianwen-1 Mission

Qingyu Meng et al.

Summary: HiRIC, as a major payload of China's first Mars exploration mission, aims to obtain detailed observation images of key areas on the Martian surface. It features high resolution, lightweight design, and excellent imaging performance. After 4 years of design and fabrication, HiRIC has been successfully assembled and tested, showing promising imaging capabilities for China's Mars exploration mission.

SPACE SCIENCE REVIEWS (2021)

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Review Astronomy & Astrophysics

China's Mars Exploration Mission and Science Investigation

Chunlai Li et al.

Summary: This paper reviews the scientific objectives of earlier and current Mars exploration missions worldwide, introduces the objectives, payloads, and preliminary scientific investigation plan of China's first Mars exploration mission, and analyzes the expected scientific achievements.

SPACE SCIENCE REVIEWS (2021)

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Article Computer Science, Information Systems