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AI's evolutionary role in revolutionizing NASA's Mars rover missions

Hindustan Times
Tech Posted By HT Tech
Published Jul 18, 2024
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Perseverance rover uses AI to autonomously analyze Mars rocks for mineral composition.

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PIXL spectrometer maps minerals on rock surfaces to assess past Martian conditions.

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AI-driven adaptive sampling positions PIXL for optimal data collection without Earth's input.

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Curiosity rover pioneered AI for autonomously zapping rocks with a laser to analyze composition.

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Both rovers use AI to navigate and perform tasks independently, enhancing efficiency.

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AI on Perseverance adjusts PIXL's position and ensures precise measurements despite Mars' conditions.

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PIXL's X-ray beam scans reveal minerals like carbonates and phosphates critical for Mars research.

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Perseverance aims to find signs of ancient life, prepare for human exploration, and collect Martian samples for return to Earth.

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