Mars robots: NASA’s new rover and rocket tosser

The video explains the complex hardware and processes involved in returning sample tubes from Mars. It covers the Mars lander and rover's roles, including the rover's task of collecting samples left by previous missions. The video details the rocket launch from Mars, which involves a tossing mechanism to adapt to uneven terrain. Finally, it describes the orbiter's role in sealing and sterilizing the samples before returning them to Earth.

Describe the process that occurs in Mars orbit regarding the sample tubes.

What steps are taken to prepare the samples for the return trip to Earth?