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science13 days ago•5 min saved

Perseverance Captures 61-Frame Selfie While Probing Ancient Martian Rocks

NASA’s Perseverance stitched 61 images into a self-portrait at Lac de Charmes on the western Jezero Crater rim, focusing on the Arethusa outcrop to study ancient Martian rocks; taken March 11, 2026 (Sol 1797) with the WATSON camera, it’s the rover’s sixth selfie and part of its Northern Rim Campaign. A separate 46-image Mastcam-Z panorama of Arbot (April 5, Sol 1882) highlights diverse rock textures and megabreccia, informing Mars’ early crust and potential volcanic history. After more than five years, the rover has driven about 26 miles and collected many rock cores, underscoring a marathon-like mission pace.

via NASA (.gov)|

#arethusa-outcrop #jezero-crater #lac-de-charmes

space-exploration1 month ago•76 min saved

SpaceX set for 2028 launch of Europe’s Rosalind Franklin Mars rover

SpaceX has secured its first Mars mission by launching Europe’s Rosalind Franklin rover to Mars in late 2028 aboard a Falcon Heavy rocket from Kennedy Space Center. The rover is part of ESA’s ExoMars program, which faced delays after NASA’s initial involvement waned and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine disrupted partnerships; NASA later rejoined in 2024 to provide propulsion components and a mass spectrometer for life-detection, solidifying a path to the planned 2028 liftoff within Mars launch windows that occur roughly every 26 months.

via Space|

#exomars #falcon-heavy #mars-rover

space4 months ago•5 min saved

Perseverance Nears Long-Run Mars Milestone as It Maps a Path Forward

NASA's Perseverance has logged about 42.3 kilometers on Mars (a marathon distance) and is reinforced for extended operation with autonomous driving and hardware rated for roughly 60 more kilometers, putting it on track to possibly surpass Opportunity’s distance record while continuing science in Jezero Crater’s ancient river delta.

via The Daily Galaxy|

#autonomy #jezero-crater #jpl

science5 months ago•8 min saved

Perseverance Rover Nears Record for Miles Driven on Mars

NASA's Perseverance rover may soon set a record for the longest distance driven on Mars, potentially reaching 62 miles (100 km) by the end of its mission, thanks to its durable design and ongoing exploration of Jezero Crater for signs of ancient microbial life. The rover has already traveled about 25 miles and continues to operate well beyond its initial expectations, with plans to extend its mission into 2028.

via Space|

#jezero-crater #mars-rover #nasa

science5 months ago•5 min saved

NASA’s Perseverance Rover Sets New Driving Record on Mars

NASA's Perseverance rover has traveled nearly 25 miles on Mars over five years, with its systems certified to operate until at least 2031. It is exploring the Jezero Crater, collecting rock samples that may contain signs of past microbial life, and utilizing advanced autonomous navigation to enhance its exploration capabilities. Recent findings include insights into Mars' geological history, particularly the interactions of water, rocks, and atmosphere in the crater.

via NASA (.gov)|

#jezero-crater #mars-exploration #mars-rover

space8 months ago•4 min saved

Perseverance Rover Captures Soroya Ridge on Mars

NASA's Perseverance rover captured an image from Soroya Ridge on Mars, continuing its mission to explore the planet's surface, search for signs of ancient microbial life, and collect samples for future analysis, as part of its ongoing exploration beyond Jezero Crater.

via Space|

#jezero-crater #mars #mars-rover

space10 months ago•2 min saved

Lockheed Martin Proposes Cost-Cutting Plan to Accelerate Mars Sample Return and Human Exploration

Lockheed Martin has proposed a cost-effective plan to retrieve Mars samples collected by NASA's Perseverance rover, offering to do so for less than $3 billion by downsizing the mission components. This proposal aims to address NASA's budget concerns and could potentially take over the Mars Sample Return mission if NASA opts for a cheaper alternative amid budget cuts and international competition.

via Jalopnik|

#lockheed-martin #mars-rover #mars-sample-return

space-exploration2 years ago•3 min saved

"Thales Alenia Space Secures Major Contract for ExoMars Mission"

The European Space Agency has awarded a 522 million euro contract to Thales Alenia Space to resume work on the ExoMars Rosalind Franklin mission, which aims to search for evidence of past or present life on Mars. The new contract will replace Russian contributions and involve the development of a new landing platform, with NASA providing aerobraking engines and radioisotope heating units. The mission is now scheduled for launch in the fourth quarter of 2028, marking a major stabilization of the program after being derailed by geopolitical issues.

via SpaceNews|

#esa #exomars #mars-rover

space-exploration2 years ago•2 min saved

"Curiosity Rover Explores Ancient Martian Riverbed"

NASA's Curiosity rover is embarking on a new phase of exploration on Mars, venturing into what scientists believe is the dried-up bed of an ancient river called Gediz Vallis. The rover will investigate the area to gain insight into the Martian environment and the possibility of past or present life on the Red Planet. Scientists are intrigued by the possibility that the channel was formed by flowing liquid water, indicating a resurgence of water on Mars after a long dry period. Curiosity will spend months exploring the channel, providing valuable information about the Martian landscape and its history.

via Space.com|

#curiosity #mars-rover #martian-environment

space-exploration2 years ago•1 min saved

"20th Anniversary: Iconic Image Captured by Mars Rover"

The NASA Mars Rover, Spirit, captured the first image of Earth from the surface of another planet on March 8, 2004, marking its 20th anniversary today. This iconic image provided a new perspective on Earth's place in the solar system. Another NASA rover, Curiosity, also captured an image of Earth from inside the Gale crater on Mars, showcasing the Moon as well. While Spirit explored the Martian surface for almost six years, Curiosity continues its work in Gale Crater, and the most advanced NASA rover, Perseverance, has been exploring Jezero Crater since February 2021.

via Softonic EN|

#curiosity #earth #mars-rover

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

"NASA's Mars Rover Spots Star Trek Symbol, Prompting Strange New Worlds Vibes"

NASA's Mars rover, Curiosity, captured an image of a rock that resembles the iconic Star Trek Delta symbol, sparking excitement among fans. The discovery has led to speculation and connections to the show's episodes, particularly "Among The Lotus Eaters" from Strange New Worlds. This fun story has created a link between the fictional future of Star Trek and the real exploration of Mars, adding an extra layer of excitement for fans eagerly awaiting new Star Trek content.

via CinemaBlend|

#entertainment #mars-rover #nasa

technology2 years ago•0 min saved

"Maximizing Phone Longevity: Tips from Mars Rover and Future-proofing Strategies"

Scientists and engineers working on the Mars rover Opportunity felt a strong connection to the device, which lasted 15 years beyond its intended mission. This highlights the importance of phone longevity and the need for simple tips to make phones last longer.

via The Wall Street Journal|

#engineering #mars-rover #nasa

space-science2 years ago•3 min saved

"Perseverance Rover's Milestones: 1,000 Days of Martian Science and Ancient Lake Discoveries"

NASA's Perseverance rover has successfully completed its primary objective of surveying an ancient crater lake on Mars and collecting rocks that could provide evidence of past life. The rover has drilled and stored 13 rock cores, revealing the geological history of Mars's Jezero Crater. The next challenge is to bring these rock samples back to Earth for further study, which will involve a complex mission in partnership with the European Space Agency. Recent discoveries, including the presence of carbonate minerals and phosphorus, suggest the potential for a habitable environment in Mars's past. Perseverance will continue its exploration by investigating rocks on the inner rim of the crater.

via BBC.com|

#mars-exploration #mars-rover #mars-sample-return

space-science2 years ago•2 min saved

Uncovering Mars' Enigmatic Geometric Patterns: Clues to its Watery History

China's Zhurong rover, equipped with a ground-penetrating radar system, has discovered irregular polygonal wedges beneath Mars' surface, believed to be formed by freeze-thaw cycles or cooling lava. These formations, found in Utopia Planitia, suggest a strong paleoclimatic variability on Mars billions of years ago. The rover's mission, which lasted longer than intended, aimed to study Mars' topography and composition but has entered hibernation and hasn't been heard from since.

via Giant Freakin Robot|

#china #geometric-shapes #mars-rover

space2 years ago•2 min saved

Perseverance Rover's Mars Mission: Capturing Dream Lake's Youngest Samples

NASA's Mars rover Perseverance has collected what may be its youngest rock sample yet from the Jezero Crater. The sample, called "Pilot Mountain," is believed to represent some of the youngest preserved material on the crater's Western Fan. Scientists hope that studying these samples will reveal the geological secrets of Mars and provide insights into its transformation from a water-filled world to a dry and arid landscape. The samples could also potentially contain traces of ancient microbial life.

via Space.com|

#jezero-crater #mars-rover #mars-sample-return