Since the late 1990s, NASA’s Mars rovers have greatly expanded our knowledge of the Red Planet. However, mobility remains a major limitation. Perseverance, the agency’s latest rover, travels at less than 0.1 mph on flat surfaces. Uneven terrain can accelerate wheel wear, while rocky and sandy slopes frequently require longer routes to safely reach scientific … Continue reading NASA Is Testing a Rover That Can Drive Faster and Lift Its Wheels Over Obstacles