The European space probe took up its position near Mars, following the program for preparing for the analysis of the atmosphere. The main task is to find signs of life.
Representatives of ESA (European Space Agency) reported on February 21 that Trace Gas Orbitter successfully performed a deft maneuver called aerial survey. It included immersion in the upper atmospheric layer of the Red Planet to slow the speed of the probe.
In April, the device will begin to search for traces of gases, such as methane, which may be the result of biological or geological activity. He will also search for the ice that future colonists will need.
The station created by NASA will help to relay signals from American rovers to Earth. Europe plans to land its own rover to Mars in 2021. 2016 was remembered as a failed attempt because of the crash of the test apparatus.
