Space / 2013-02-04
Preparatory Test for First Rock Drilling by Mars Rover Curiosity
Preparatory Test for First Rock Drilling by Mars Rover Curiosity
NASA's image library records Preparatory Test for First Rock Drilling by Mars Rover Curiosity.
WHY IT’S INTERESTING
The bit in the rotary-percussion drill of NASA Mars rover Curiosity left its mark in a target patch of rock called John Klein during a test on Feb. 2, 2013, in preparation for the first drilling of a rock by the rover.