To boldly go where no sampling bag has gone before – Scentroid has exciting news to share! Our stainless steel Sampling bag technology is being used for the Latest Mars Mission in coordination with NASA.
Through their latest Perseverance Rover mission, NASA intends on researching whether life has ever existed on Mars. It is believed that by doing so, we will further develop a better understanding of our origins on earth. The Perseverance rover will collect samples of both Martian rock and regolith using special drills attached to the end of a robotic arm. By early 2030, a shuttle will contact the rover and collect glass vials containing these samples.
“Returning samples of Mars to Earth has been a goal of planetary scientists since the early days of the space age, and the successful completion of this MSR key decision point is an important next step in transforming this goal into reality,” as per Thomas Zurbuchen, associate administrator for science at NASA Headquarters in Washington. “MSR is a complex campaign, and it encapsulates the very essence of pioneering space exploration – pushing the boundaries of what’s capable and, in so doing, furthering our understanding of our place in the universe.” https://tinyurl.com/zp9a5khw
Essential Sample Preservation Procedures
Upon returning to earth, samples must be protected with a high-reliability containment method. This is where our Scentroid stainless steel sampling bags will play an essential role during the Mars Mission. These sampling bags are made of pure Stainless steel film. The steel is rolled thin providing it with flexibility while maintaining 100% sample preservation. The seams have been welded closed, and the bag has been heated and purged for optimal purity. These sampling bags provide the longest holding time – identical to SUMMA canisters. They are also trusted for stability for all chemicals and compounds. In addition to this, they are perfect for GCMS (Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry) analysis as contained specimens display zero chemical contamination.
The collection, transferring, and safe preservation of these samples will give our scientists an opportunity to use sophisticated tools too difficult to bring into space. It will also allow our future generations to use technology not yet available.
We have lots of exciting news to share regarding this project, stay tuned for more!
