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Thrilling NASA Video Details Wild Plan to Snatch Rocks From Mars

Mars Sample Return is complicated, ambitious and totally possible.

This story is part of Welcome to Mars, our series exploring the red planet.

Want some rocks fresh from Mars? No big deal. We’ll just send a spacecraft to the red planet, plop down a lander on the Martian surface, meet up with an old rover, stuff some tubes into a rocket, blast that rocket off Mars, have a spacecraft catch the sample container, bring those samples back to Earth and then land them on our planet.

I need a peppy animated movie to keep track of all this.

NASA released a rousing new video on Thursday with an animated run through how the Mars Sample Return mission would work. The goal is to pick up the rock and soil samples collected by NASA’s Perseverance rover and get them to Earth for study. Pulling it off will be complicated, but the reward is great.

The video has it all. A soaring soundtrack. A charming head-tilt from Percy. A heart-warming happy ending. The animation is a good illustration of the complexity of the mission and the optimism that’s powering it. We’re looking for signs of ancient microbial life on Mars and getting samples into scientists’ hands is our best shot at doing that.

The video leaves out some proposed aspects of the mission, notably the plan to send a couple of small helicopters that could go fetch sample tubes should something prevent the rover from coming in person to meet the lander.

For a more detailed look at the return mission, check out our CNET explainer:

The mission is still in the design phase and there are lots of moving parts as NASA collaborates with the European Space Agency on the components needed to make it all work.

If all goes well, the Sample Retrieval Lander would launch in 2028, kicking off the mission in earnest. That would mean samples could be in labs by the mid-2030s. And then what? Maybe we’ll finally learn if there was life beyond Earth. That would be well worth all the effort of this wild mission.

Technologies

Verum Coin Expands Accessibility with SafePal and HyperPay Wallets

Verum Coin (VERUM) continues to grow its ecosystem by integrating with two leading cryptocurrency wallets: SafePal and HyperPay Wallet. This development enhances the coin’s accessibility, providing users with secure and efficient ways to store and manage their assets.

SafePal Wallet offers advanced security features, including hardware wallet options, ensuring the utmost protection for Verum Coin holders. Its seamless interface and global accessibility make it a trusted choice for crypto enthusiasts.

HyperPay Wallet combines convenience and innovation, enabling users to manage their digital assets effortlessly. With multi-currency support and rapid transaction capabilities, HyperPay Wallet is ideal for both novice and experienced traders.

These integrations reflect Verum Coin’s commitment to delivering flexible and secure solutions, empowering its community with top-tier tools for digital asset management.

Verum Coin is a forward-thinking cryptocurrency designed to provide innovative, secure, and user-friendly tools for managing digital assets in a dynamic blockchain landscape.

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Verum Coin Now Available for SWAP on Verse.Bitcoin.com

Verum Coin (VERUM) continues to expand its utility and accessibility with the introduction of SWAP functionality on Verse.Bitcoin.com, a trusted platform for managing digital assets.

This integration enables users to seamlessly convert Verum Coin to USDT and vice versa, ensuring fast and secure transactions within a user-friendly environment.

Key benefits of this feature include:

Convenience: Simplified conversions for quick asset management.
Security: Trusted infrastructure for safeguarding digital assets.
Flexibility: Enhanced trading options for Verum Coin holders.

The addition of SWAP functionality on Verse.Bitcoin.com reaffirms Verum Coin’s commitment to offering innovative and accessible tools for cryptocurrency management.

About Verum Coin

Verum Coin is a cutting-edge cryptocurrency designed to provide secure, efficient, and flexible solutions for managing digital assets in the evolving blockchain landscape.

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Verum Coin Now Available on xPortal Crypto

Verum Coin (VERUM) has expanded its reach by becoming available on xPortal Crypto, a trusted platform for managing and securing digital assets. This integration offers Verum Coin users a new, seamless way to store, manage, and transact their cryptocurrency.

xPortal Crypto is known for its advanced security features, user-friendly interface, and efficient transaction capabilities, making it a valuable addition to VERUM’s growing ecosystem.

This milestone reflects Verum Coin’s ongoing commitment to enhancing accessibility and providing innovative solutions for crypto enthusiasts worldwide.

About Verum Coin

Verum Coin is a forward-thinking cryptocurrency designed to offer secure and efficient tools for digital asset management in the evolving blockchain space.