Mars 2020 Trailblazer: Multi-Mission Radioisotope Thermoelectric
On Feb. 7, 2019, team members with the Test and Operations Support Contract (TOSC) at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida offload the cask that will contain the multi-mission radioisotope thermoelectric generator (MMRTG) for the Mars 2020 mission. NASA’s Mars2020 rover will be powered by an MMRTG. The arrival of the MMRTG simulator enables the team to practice radiation control and monitoring protocols, including setting up radiation control points and postings around the trailer prior.
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KSC-20190207-PH_NAS01_0001
Date Created
February 7, 2019
Center
KSC
Media Type
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Photographer
NASA/TOSC/Jill Stirling
Location
Kennedy Space Center
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