NASA launched the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter in August 2005 and the following year, on March 10, it entered the orbit of the red planet where it continues to operate today.
Data returned to Earth by the MRO has revealed Mars in unprecedented detail and over the years has helped scientists to find out more about the fascinating planet.
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For example, during its work, the MRO has found signs that liquid water may appear seasonally on present-day Mars. Thanks to the orbiter’s ultra-sharp HiRISE camera, the discovery not only revealed details about Mars’ geology and climate, but also helped assess the planet’s potential to support microbial life.
The trusty spacecraft also gathers data on the planet’s temperatures and minerals, and can even explore beneath the surface using its radar technology.
While its scientific work is as important as it is exciting, the spacecraft is best known
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