First successful Mars mission was Mariner 4's 1964 flyby. Viking 1 and 2 discovered Mars' self-sterilizing environment. Pathfinder mission in 1995 launched first lander and rover
Eyes is a 3D visualization suite accessible through web browsers. Platform allows exploration of NASA data and imagery in interactive way. All apps run on any device with internet connection
Mars rovers are remote-controlled vehicles designed for surface exploration. Six successful rovers operated by NASA and China as of May 2021. Rovers offer advantages over stationary landers in exploring more territory
No crewed missions to Mars have occurred, but successful robotic missions exist. Public space agencies focus on exploration rather than colonization. SpaceX and Mars Society promote colonization concept
SpaceX aims to establish self-sustaining Mars colony under direct democracy. Company plans to use reusable Starship launch vehicles for colonization. Elon Musk has advocated for Mars colonization since 2001
Launched July 30, 2020, landed February 18, 2021 in Jezero Crater. Carried Ingenuity helicopter for first powered flight on another planet. Named after student Alexander Mather's contest winner