The Institute of Space Research of the Russian Academy of Sciences (IKI RAN) announces the publication of a report on the second stage of work by specialists under the Venus-D project.
The main goal of the Venus-D mission is to conduct a comprehensive study of the second planet in the Solar System. For this, it is planned to utilize both orbital and landing modules. In addition to the Russian side, the project involves the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
It has been reported that the published report is titled "Venus-D: Expanding our understanding of the climate and geology of Earth-like planets through a comprehensive study of Venus."
The document presents the project concept, which includes studying the atmosphere, surface, internal structure, and surrounding plasma of Venus. In addition, key scientific objectives have been formulated.
The orbital module will investigate the dynamics and nature of the superrotation of Venus's atmosphere, the vertical structure and composition of the atmosphere and clouds, the distribution and nature of the unknown absorber of ultraviolet radiation, and more.
The landing vehicle is planned to be equipped with a small long-lived station. These modules will study the soil composition at depths of up to several centimeters, the interaction processes of surface material with the atmosphere, and the atmosphere itself. The lifespan of the landing vehicle is expected to be 2-3 hours, while the long-lived station is anticipated to last at least 60 days.
The launch of Venus-D could take place from the Vostochny Cosmodrome using the Angara-A5 carrier rocket between 2026 and 2031.
Source: 3dnews.ru
