For a behind-the-scenes view of Mars exploration, we hope you enjoy our spotlight stories. See also our press releases.
15-Apr-2009 |
Martian Dust Storm near South Polar Cap |
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This nearly global mosaic of observations made by the Mars Color Imager on NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter, shows billowing clouds of dust being lifted into the atmosphere by a storm near the edge of the seasonal polar cap of southern Mars.
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14-April-2009 |
Mars Science Laboratory Parachute Qualification |
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The parachute for NASA's Mars Science Laboratory passed flight-qualification testing in March and April 2009 inside the world's largest wind tunnel, at NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, Calif.
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28-March-2009 |
Heavy Duty Trust Building |
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Trust--it's vital for each step of the Mars Science Laboratory mission. Engineers must trust each other and all the tests they've done while building the rover.
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24-February-2009 |
Mars Science Laboratory Talks, Rocks, Bakes and Chills |
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Before leaving Earth, Mars Science Laboratory is really put to the test to make sure it can survive the trip to the red planet.
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