Curiosity Mars Rover Receives Significant Software Update from NASA

NASA's Curiosity rover has received a major software update that will enable it to drive faster and reduce wear and tear on its wheels. The update includes about 180 changes, including improvements to the rover's ability to process images faster and reduce the amount of steering required while driving in an arc. The update will also streamline the task of Curiosity's human drivers and enable them to upload software patches more easily. The software update was planned since 2016 and required the team to put Curiosity's science and imaging operations on hold between April 3 and April 7.