Friday, August 31, 2007

Hooray for Spirit and Opportunity

The Mars Rovers survived the dust storm and are back in communication.

"Opportunity drove some 13 meters (44 feet) closer to the rim of Victoria Crater so it would be better positioned to soak up the Sun's rays. A favorable wind helped the rover's cause as well, boosting electrical output by 10% by blowing dust off the solar panels.

"Spirit is up and running as well and is positioning itself to make more observations of the Home Plate region of Gusev Crater's Columbia Hills."

Yaay.

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