paulhammond51552d ago

4844 - "Tis but a scratch"

https://lemmy.world/post/44747709

Show threadSubArcticTundra1d ago
It must be so agonizing watching this and knowing that this $M rover cannot be repared
Show threadpaulhammond51551d ago
Fear not, they have a plan - …ieee.org/if-necessary-mars-rover-curiosity-could…
If Necessary, Mars Rover Curiosity Could Rip Its Own Wheels Off to Stay Mobile

Curiosity's wheel wear shouldn't be a problem for years, but if things get bad, JPL has a plan to minimize risk with a "wheel shedding" maneuver

IEEE Spectrum
Show threadJetpackJackson
Oh wow that’s cool!
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