History · Elysium Planitia

InSight Seismic Region

InSight used a stationary lander to study the Martian interior. Its seismic observations changed how scientists understand the structure beneath the surface.

Mission / archive

InSight

Historical milestone

26 November 2018 landing

Approximate regional locator

4.50°, 135.60°

Suggested virtual visit

0 of 3 stops reviewed

1. Landing plainExamine the setting of a stationary geophysical mission.2. Seismometer storyLearn how seismic signals reveal internal structure.3. Interior scienceReview mission discoveries in the official archive.

Mission archive

Read the original mission account and explore official imagery. Suggested stops are virtual study prompts, not measured waypoints or live robot access.

Official history and imagery ↗