Read about the ESA-Roscosmos mission to Mars (article). The first of two, actually. The Proton-M rocket lifted off today from Baikonur. With an orbiter and descent craft, they will test equipment, measure rare gases and electric fields.
In mid-October, the two vessels will separate and begin their distinct missions.
The orbiter uses Canadian hardware: the communication antenna subsystem built by MDA.
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