Device for Lowering Mars Science Laboratory Rover to the Surface

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WHY IT’S INTERESTING

This is hardware for controlling the final lowering of NASA Mars Science Laboratory rover to the surface of Mars from the spacecraft hovering, rocket-powered descent stage.

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A CLOSER LOOK

This is hardware for controlling the final lowering of NASA Mars Science Laboratory rover to the surface of Mars from the spacecraft hovering, rocket-powered descent stage.

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