S. O'Hara

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S. O’Hara is a planetary scientist whose research focuses on the exploration of the Moon, particularly through robotic and human-assisted missions to geologically significant sites. Their most-cited work, “Analyses of robotic traverses and sample sites in the Schrödinger basin for the HERACLES human-assisted sample return mission concept” (2016, 27 citations), exemplifies their expertise in mission planning and sample return strategies. This paper provides a detailed analysis of traverse routes and sampling locations within the Schrödinger basin, a key target for understanding lunar impact processes and volcanic history. By integrating remote sensing data with operational constraints, O’Hara’s work directly supports the HERACLES concept, a collaborative effort between NASA and ESA to return samples from the Moon’s South Pole. Their contributions are vital for advancing in-situ resource utilization and geological reconnaissance, with implications for future Artemis missions. O’Hara’s research bridges the gap between orbital observations and ground-truth validation, making them a valuable voice in lunar exploration. Their work continues to guide the selection of landing sites and sampling strategies for upcoming robotic and crewed missions.

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   Analyses of robotic traverses and sample sites in the Schrödinger basin for the HERACLES human-assisted sample return mission concept

   27 citations · 2016

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