NASA Langley researchers are experts in modeling and simulations for entry, descent and landing, working on missions since the Viking lander in 1976. In this episode, we explore the challenges of guiding landers like Mars InSight through the Martian atmosphere for a safe landing. Watch InSight launch as early as May 5, 2018! NASA Technology #JourneytoMars | NASA Langley Research Center

🚀 NASA’s Curiosity Rover on MarsThis image shows the Curiosity rover, part of NASA’s Mars Science Laboratory mission, exploring the rugged Martian terrain. Since landing in Gale Crater in 2012, Curiosity has been roaming the Red Planet, studying its rocks, soil, and atmosphere. #Nasa #cosmos #Marsjourney | Mars journey

🚀 Explore Mars with Curiosity Rover! This official animation created by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) brings to life the incredible mission of the Curiosity rover, exploring Gale Crater and uncovering the secrets of the Martian surface. Launched in 2011 and landing successfully in August 2012, Curiosity has been a vital part of NASA’s Mars Science Laboratory (MSL) mission — analyzing rocks, studying ancient water traces, and helping scientists understand whether Mars could have support