D-MARS

D-MARS is a human analog mission to the planet Mars, taking place in Makhtesh Ramon in the Negev desert in Israel. D-MARS is an acronym for "Desert Mars Analog Ramon Station" and its crew are known as "ramonauts". Ramon's geological features and aridity are similar to those of Mars.[1] In addition, the mission takes place in the crater because of its relative abundance.

The habitat and two ramonouts
The habitat, two ramonauts and part of the crater view

Several missions have been carried out since the beginning of 2018, each staffed by six crew.[1][2] They have performed experiments across many disciplines, including physics, soil studies, microbial studies, psychology, agriculture, water supply and engineering.[3] Their suits were designed by the Israeli fashion designer Alon Livne.[1]

It was announced in early 2019 that a three-week simulation event was scheduled for November 2020.[4]

See also

References
  1. Simona Shemer (30 January 2018). "Israelis On 'Mars': Astronauts To Simulate Life On Red Planet In Desert Habitat". No Camels.
  2. About D-MARS
  3. Yonatan Sredni (10 January 2017). "Mission To Mars: Israeli Scientist Prepares To 'Live' On Mars". No Camels.
    - D-MARS analog on Twitter
  4. Asaf Ronel (29 January 2019). "Team of Global Scientists to Build Simulation of Life on Mars Near Mitzpe Ramon". Haaretz.

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