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Dimensions:
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Probe (installed on Mars Express) diameter
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924mm
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Probe height
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524mm
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Lander (prior to deployment) diameter
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640mm
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Lander height
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230mm
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Mass:
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Total probe (installed on Mars Express) including ejection
mechanism and interface electronics
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73.7kg
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Total probe separated
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68.8kg
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Total lander (including instruments)
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33.2kg
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Scientific instruments
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11.4kg
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Power:
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Sunlight (peak)
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87W
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Night time (useable)
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160Whrs
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Communication frequency:
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Forward (Earth - Mars)
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437MHz
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Return (Mars - Earth)
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401MHz
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Communication Data:
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Forward rate (Earth - Mars)
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2 or 8kbps
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Return rate (Mars - Earth)
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2 to 128kbps
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Mass memory
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1.28Gbits
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Notes::::::::: |
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The lander diameter is about the same as an adult's bicycle wheel |
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68.8kg is about 10stone 12lb |
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