The heat probe hasn’t been able to gain the friction it needs to dig, but the mission has been granted an extension to carry on with its other science.
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Seeing NASA’s Ingenuity Mars Helicopter Fly in 3D
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A new video of the helicopter’s third flight gives viewers the sensation of standing on the Red Planet and...
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Building a Mars Treasure Chest, One Test Tube at a Time
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This week, the Perseverance team here on Earth hopes to make scientific treasure hunting history on Mars. Read More
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NASA to Reveal New Video, Images From Mars Perseverance Rover
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First-of-its kind footage from the agency’s newest rover will be presented during a briefing this morning. Read More
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NASA’s Angie Jackman Works to Develop Rocket That Will Bring Mars Samples to Earth
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Meet the project manager of the first rocket to launch from the surface of another planet, the Mars Ascent...
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NASA’s Perseverance Rover Begins Its First Science Campaign on Mars
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The six-wheeled scientist is heading south to explore Jezero Crater’s lakebed in search of signs of ancient microbial life....
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My Favorite Martian Image: Helicopter Sees Potential Rover Road Ahead
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Perseverance scientist impressed with aerial images of location considered for rover exploration. Read More
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NASA Extends Exploration for Two Planetary Science Missions
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The missions – Juno and InSight – have each increased our understanding of our solar system, as well as...
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Independent Review Indicates NASA Prepared for Mars Sample Return Campaign
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NASA released an independent review report Tuesday indicating the agency is well positioned for its Mars Sample Return campaign...