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Sample Return Lander

A Sample Return Lander is a robotic spacecraft designed to land on a celestial body, such as a comet or asteroid, collect samples of the surface material, and then return those samples to Earth for analysis. It combines systems for landing safely, drilling or scooping samples, storing them securely, and launching them back into space. This process allows scientists to study extraterrestrial materials in detail, helping to understand the history, composition, and potential for life on other worlds without needing humans to visit directly.