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Subsurface Sampling Success: HSM Aries.space Prepares for ICARM 2026 Publication
The deep-core drilling mechanism achieves full 30 cm soil sample retrieval with zero cross-contamination in laboratory trials.
The mechanical and science payload departments successfully demonstrated autonomous core extraction using the telescopic auger drill assembly.
Automated sample deposition
Extracted soil cores are sealed and transferred into onboard spectroscopy chambers within 45 seconds of retrieval.