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In a Medium post, NASA engineer Evan Hilgemann explores what its actually like to drive a Mars rover. It's simpler than one might think.

A Guy Who Drives NASA’s Mars Rover Is Dishing About the Experience

By Victor Tangermann

Shortly after rocketing into orbit, NASA's Perseverance rover experienced a couple of small hiccups: a minor communications and temperature glitch.

NASA’s New Rover Hit a Glitch After Launch, Entered “Safe Mode”

By Victor Tangermann

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania are suggesting we could explore the surface of Mars using a fleet of "nanocardboard" aircraft.

Researchers Want to Explore Mars Using “Nanocardboard” Aircraft

By Victor Tangermann

Despite budget overruns — and a pandemic — NASA is determined to get its next Mars rover called "Perseverance" off the ground in July.

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NASA’s New Mars Rover Still Launching in July Despite Coronavirus

By Victor Tangermann

NASA's Mars 2020 rover rolled forward and backward for the first time inside a clean room at NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab, clearing small ramps.

NASA’s Mars 2020 Rover Earns Its “Driver’s License”

By Victor Tangermann

NASA is livestreaming a video feed from the JPL clean room where it's currently assembling and testing the Mars 2020 rover.

Watch Live as NASA Builds the Mars 2020 Rover

By Kristin Houser

NASA is offering the public something truly unique: an opportunity to send thier names to the surface of Mars, "stenciled on chips."

You Can Now Send a Souvenir With Your Name on it to Mars

By Victor Tangermann

After two days of testing, NASA is confident its four-pound Mars Helicopter is ready to begin its journey to the Red Planet.

Mini Helicopter Destined for Mars Aces Flight Tests

By Kristin Houser