Terramechanics research aims to keep Mars rovers rolling

Thursday, September 5, 2013 - 10:00 in Astronomy & Space

In May 2009, the Mars rover Spirit cracked through a crusty layer of Martian topsoil, sinking into softer underlying sand. The unexpected sand trap permanently mired the vehicle, despite months of...

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