Table 1 Mars spacecraft thermal analysis instruments
GC/MS | TEGA | SAM | |
|---|---|---|---|
(Viking) | (Phoenix) | (Mars science laboratory) | |
Landing date | July 20, 1976 (Viking 1) | May 25, 2008 | August 6, 2012 |
September 3, 1976 (Viking 2) | |||
Thermal analysis capabilities | EGA | EGA, DSC | EGA |
Flow rate (sccm) | 1.5-2.5 | 1.7 | 1.5 |
Instrument pressure (mbar) | not reported | 12 | 30 |
Carrier gas | H2 or CO2 | N2 | He |
Ramp rate (°C /minute) | Flash heating | 20 | 35 |