Viking Spacecraft

The Viking spacecraft consisted of two robotic missions, Viking 1 and Viking 2, launched by NASA in 1975 to explore Mars. Each spacecraft carried an orbiter and a lander, designed to study the Martian surface, atmosphere, and potential for life. Viking 1 made history by being the first spacecraft to successfully land on Mars, providing detailed images and data. The missions conducted experiments to analyze soil samples, helping to determine the chemical composition of Mars. Their findings laid the groundwork for future Mars exploration by offering insights into the planet's geology and climate.