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Quick-Look Facts
Spacecraft Description
Lander Mission
Science Payload
Launch Vehicle
Images/Photos
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Launch Date
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December 10, 1998
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Launch Vehicle
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Delta II 7425
Spin-Stablized Star 48 Upper Stage
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Spacecraft Mass
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615 kg
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Key Dates
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Sep 23, 1999 - Mars Orbit Insertion
Sep 23, 1999 - Mars Aerobraking Begins
Nov 22, 1999 - Mars Aerobraking Ends
Dec 01, 1999 - Transfer to Mapping Orbit
Dec 02-03, 1999 - Mars 98 Lander Support
Mar 03, 2000 - Mars Mapping Begins
Jan 15, 2002 - Mars Relay Mission Begins
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Science Payload
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Mars Descent Imager (MARDI)
Light Detection and Ranging (LIDAR)
New Millenium Microprobes
Mars Volatiles and Climate Surveyor (MVACS)
Stereo Surface Imager (SSI)
Robotic Arm & Camera
Meteorological Package (MET)
Thermal and Evolved Gas Analyzer (TEGA)
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End of Mission
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December 1, 2004
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