Mars exploration is ongoing, and the Curiosity rover continues to play a vital role in gathering data about the planet’s geology and atmosphere. Today, the rover’s 2-sol plan is centered around targeted remote sensing, imaging for upcoming contact science, and CheMin analysis of a sample from Gobabeb #6.
The rover is currently situated on the east side of the Naukluft Plateau, where researchers are studying local stratigraphy and diagenetic features. On the first sol, the plan includes using ChemCam and Mastcam to observe targets named “Uniab” and “Tumas,” as well as capturing images of the surrounding area to prepare for potential contact science activities in the near future.
After conducting atmospheric monitoring observations early in the morning on the second sol, Curiosity will analyze a sample collected at Namib dune using CheMin. Later in the day, Curiosity will gather a long-distance RMI (Remote Micro Imager) mosaic of Peace Vallis, a nearby feature, and continue monitoring atmospheric opacity while observing the sky above Mount Sharp. This comprehensive plan will provide valuable data for ongoing studies of Martian geology and atmospheric conditions.
