AerospaceEarth Sciences

Aberystwyth-Built Enfys Spectrometer Ships for ExoMars Rover Testing

The search for life on Mars advances as Aberystwyth University ships the Enfys infrared spectrometer for ExoMars rover testing. This critical instrument will help identify optimal drilling sites on the Martian surface for signs of past or present life.

The search for life on Mars has reached a significant milestone as Aberystwyth University ships the Enfys infrared spectrometer to Italy for integration with the ExoMars program’s Ground Test Model. This sophisticated instrument represents a crucial advancement in planetary exploration technology and marks Wales’ growing contribution to international space missions.

Enfys Spectrometer: Key Instrument for Mars Exploration