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Atmospheric re-entry capsule for Mars exploration

THE ISQ has completed a project for the exploration of Mars. With the code name cTPS the result has already been validated by ESA and aimed at developing the thermal protection system of a capsule that will bring samples of reregolith (pebbles) from Mars to be analyzed on Earth. A Portuguese engineering solution that takes cork, brings engineering and innovation together and creates an innovative atmospheric re-entry capsule that promises to be a reference in new developments for space missions. We offer ESA a simpler, lighter solution, 25% below the maximum weight required, and with reduced production costs. The probe will be launched after 2020.