NASA says goodbye to its longtime Mars orbiter

NASA's MAVEN orbiter, which has been studying Mars' atmosphere and volatile evolution since 2014, is being retired. This mission provided crucial insights into how Mars lost its atmosphere and how that affects its potential to support life. The data collected by MAVEN has significantly advanced our understanding of planetary evolution and atmospheric loss, which is vital for future missions exploring other planets. As it moves out of service, the knowledge and groundwork laid by MAVEN will continue to influence upcoming Mars explorations.