Scientists & Inventors · 21st Century
InSight Mars Lander’s Last Words
“My power is very low, so this may be the last image I can send.”— InSight Mars Lander, December 21, 2022
Who Was InSight Mars Lander?
NASA's InSight lander touched down on Mars in November 2018 to study the planet's interior through seismology.
The Final Moments
InSight's solar panels became coated with dust over time, reducing power until the lander could no longer maintain communication. Its final contact was December 21, 2022.
Are These Words Verified?
NASA directly documented InSight's final transmissions in December 2022, including its last image showing dust-covered solar panels. This is a verified, firsthand account from the operating agency.
Sources
- firsthand NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory Official Statement
- firsthand NASA InSight Mission Twitter Account
- firsthand NASA Mars InSight Mission Page
Legacy
InSight detected over 1,300 marsquakes, fundamentally advancing our understanding of Mars's interior structure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were InSight Mars Lander’s last words?
“My power is very low, so this may be the last image I can send.”
How did InSight Mars Lander die?
InSight Mars Lander died on December 21, 2022. Cause of death: Power failure (dust on solar panels).
Were InSight Mars Lander’s last words documented?
NASA directly documented InSight's final transmissions in December 2022, including its last image showing dust-covered solar panels. This is a verified, firsthand account from the operating agency.
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