The lander cleared enough dust from one solar panel to keep its seismometer on through the summer, allowing scientists to study the three biggest quakes they’ve seen on Mars.
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NASA Explores a Winter Wonderland on Mars
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Cube-shaped snow, icy landscapes, and frost are all part of the Red Planet’s coldest season. Read More
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Help NASA Scientists Find Clouds on Mars
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By identifying clouds in data collected by NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter, the public can increase scientists’ understanding of the...
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Justin Simon Shepherds Perseverance Through First Phase of Martian Rock Sampling
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The Johnson Space Center scientist was tasked with helping guide the way for mission’s first cored Mars rock sample....
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Why NASA Is Trying To Crash Land on Mars
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Like a car’s crumple zone, the experimental SHIELD lander is designed to absorb a hard impact. Read More
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Flight 36 Preview – By the Numbers
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Flight number: 36 Date of flight: NET Dec. 10 Flight duration: 60.82 seconds Horizontal flight distance: 361 feet (110...
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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...
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NASA’s Mars Helicopter Survives First Cold Martian Night on Its Own
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NASA’s Ingenuity helicopter can be seen on Mars as viewed by the Perseverance rover’s rear Hazard Camera on April...
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NASA’s Mars Helicopter to Make First Flight Attempt Sunday
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The small rotorcraft’s “Wright brothers moment” is two Mars days away. Read More