NASA’s MOXIE experiment has successfully concluded its mission on Mars. This achievement by MOXIE is a significant step towards human exploration of the Red Planet. The experiment’s success means astronauts could produce oxygen directly from the Martian atmosphere. Such oxygen can serve dual purposes: as rocket fuel and for breathing. NASA mentioned, “When the first astronauts land on Mars, they may have the descendants of a microwave-oven-size device to thank for the air they breathe and the rocket propellant that gets them home.” NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy stated, “MOXIE’s impressive performance shows that it is feasible to extract oxygen … Continue reading Mars Breathes? NASA’s MOXIE Unlocks Oxygen Potential on Mars!