Perseverance Rover Sets Record Speed and Avoids Obstacles with AutoNav on Mars

NASA's Perseverance rover has set speed records on Mars with the help of its autonomous navigation system, AutoNav. The rover recently navigated through a field of boulders in about a third of the time it would have taken previous rovers, thanks to AutoNav's ability to manage the finer points of navigation. Perseverance's autonomous capability has allowed it to achieve new records for off-roading on Mars, including the longest drive without human review. The rover's successful navigation through challenging terrain demonstrates the effectiveness of AutoNav and paves the way for further exploration on the Red Planet.