NASA’s Curiosity rover‘i, Exploration mission on Mars While driving at full speed, significant holes were seen in the wheels. since 2012 Gale CraterThis exploration vehicle, which conducts research on Mars, experiences a journey full of difficulties on the surface of Mars.

Latest published images, Curiosity’s aluminum wheels It shows how exhausted he is. A large hole has appeared, especially on the right center wheel side. From rover engineers Ashley Stroupe He stated that this wheel was “still in good condition despite the worst blows from Mars.” NASA teammanaged to keep the situation under control even as the damage grew over the years. They developed smart strategies to avoid difficult terrain and extend the life of the wheels.

The exploration process continues on Mars

The wheels of Curiosityis checked regularly. The team evaluates the health of the wheels by taking images from different angles. Remington freestated that they covered a distance of seven meters each time over a period of approximately three hours to determine the condition of the wheels.

Curiosity has been to Mars so far a distance of 20 miles and collected important data during this time. NASA’s newer Perseverance rover has an improved wheel design and learns from Curiosity’s experiences. Although Perseverance’s wheels have a larger and narrower structure, their curved teeth provide better contact with the ground.

Curiosity, this in wheel holes Nevertheless, he is determined to continue his scientific studies. History of water on Mars continues to study and investigate whether this planet was once suitable for microbial life.