2021

Analyzing the Surface Conditions on Mars

Analyzing the Surface Conditions on Mars

Supporting Research of the Red Planet with the Help of Multilayer Piezo Actuators in the Curiosity Mars Rover

The CheMin instrument of the Curiosity Mars Rover performs chemical and mineralogical analyses on Mars rocks. In order to analyze rock samples, the rock powder first has to be sorted. PICMA Stack multilayer piezo actuators from PI Ceramic qualified for this task. They carry out the oscillations required in material selection and supply at a defined frequency. Due to their all-ceramic insulation, they are ideal for long-term use in outer space conditions at a temperature close to the absolute zero and with extremely low ambient pressure.

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