Mars Science Laboratory

Scientist Explains the Weird Shiny Thing on Mars

As we reported last week, images from the Curiosity rover showed what looked like a piece of shiny metal sticking…

12 years ago

Another Weird Shiny Thing on Mars

The Curiosity Mars rover has found some strange-looking little things on Mars – you’ve likely heard of the Mars ‘flower,’…

12 years ago

Curiosity Hammers into Mars Rock in Historic Feat

Image caption: Before and after comparison of Curiosity’s 1st ever drill test into Martian rock. Drill bit penetrated several mm…

12 years ago

First Color Image of Curiosity’s Tracks from Orbit

HiRISE image of Curiosity's tracks, landing zone and the MSL rover at John Klein outcrop (NASA/JPL/University of Arizona) As Curiosity…

12 years ago

Historic First Use of Drill on Mars Set for Jan. 31 – Curiosity’s Sol 174

Image caption: Curiosity will conduct Historic 1st drilling into Martian rock at this spot where the robotic arm is pressing…

12 years ago

Opportunity Rover Starts Year 10 on Mars with Remarkable Science Discoveries

Image caption: Opportunity Celebrates 9 Years and 3200 Sols on Mars snapping this panoramic view from her current location on…

12 years ago

Curiosity’s Robotic Arm Camera Snaps 1st Night Images

Image caption: This image of a Martian rock illuminated by white-light LEDs (light emitting diodes) is part of the first…

12 years ago