China's Mars probe Tianwen-1 completes third orbital correction (1/2)

This illustration shows the trajectory of China's Mars probe Tianwen-1. The probe completed its third orbital correction on Oct. 28, 2020. The correction aims to fine-tune the transfer orbit after the deep-space maneuver, ensuring that the probe achieves a sound planned rendezvous with Mars. (Photo credit: China National Space Administration)

This illustration shows the trajectory of China's Mars probe Tianwen-1. The probe completed its third orbital correction on Oct. 28, 2020. The correction aims to fine-tune the transfer orbit after the deep-space maneuver, ensuring that the probe achieves a sound planned rendezvous with Mars. (Photo credit: China National Space Administration)