Mars Express orbiter captures detailed new video of the crater where Mark Watney was stranded in 'The Martian'
The European Space Agency's Mars Express orbiter has captured high-resolution imagery of the Schiaparelli Crater on Mars. The crater is notable for its geological history of water flow and its fictional appearance in the novel 'The Martian'.
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Advancements in planetary imaging help scientists understand the history of water on Mars and potential past habitability.
Solar System Mars Mars Express orbiter captures detailed new video of the crater where Mark Watney was stranded in 'The Martian' News By Josh Dinner Published 20 August 2026 Schiaparelli is one of the largest craters on Mars.
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