Mission Overview
InSight is a geophysics mission from NASA's Discovery Program. This lander landed on Mars to study its internal structure by deploying a geophysical station on its surface, embedded in a fixed lander.
The mission's goal is to shed light on the mechanisms behind the formation of the rocky planets in the solar system. Using the SEIS (Seismic Experiment for Interior Structures) seismometer, the device measures Mars' tectonic activity, allowing scientists to deduce information about its structure (core size, mantle thickness, etc.).
Key Features
Dynamic Sensor Display
Real-time visualization of angular outputs from various sensors
Leveling Prediction
Accurate prediction of motor steps required for each SEIS leg
3D Visualization
Advanced VTK-based 3D visualization of the instrument
Technical Implementation
The software was developed in JAVA using the VTK library for 3D visualization. The graphical interface design was adapted during development to meet the client's ergonomic requirements.
Mission Impact
The SEIS LMT tool plays a crucial role in the InSight mission by ensuring precise leveling of the seismometer on Mars' surface. This accuracy is essential for collecting reliable data about Mars' internal structure and seismic activity.
