"Dusty Skies Observed During Cloudy Season on Mars, NASA Reports"
NASA's Mars rover Curiosity had to pivot its plan to focus on imaging due to a software problem that delayed access to higher-resolution images. The rover's plan includes measuring the amount of dust in the air, observing the composition of the atmosphere, imaging a layered block called "Lodgepole," and targeting potential drilling locations. The rover's batteries are fully charged, allowing for almost all planned observations. The weekend plan also includes monitoring dust activity, selecting LIBS targets, and conducting routine measurements by REMS, RAD, and DAN.