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The ESA's Mars Express orbiter has released a stunning 3D flight over Xanthe Terra, showcasing features like the 1300 km-long Shalbatan Vallis, which provides evidence of ancient water flow on Mars, culminating in a view of the Da Vinci crater, highlighting the planet's geological history.
NASA's Curiosity rover has reached a stable and scientifically valuable location in Gale Crater on Mars, enabling detailed analysis of ancient water-related mineral formations and geological fractures that could reveal insights into Mars' past climate and water history. The rover is now conducting high-resolution imaging and chemical analyses, preparing for autonomous exploration and atmospheric studies to better understand the planet's habitability and environmental conditions.
NASA's Opportunity rover, launched in 2003 with a planned 90-day mission, vastly exceeded expectations by exploring Mars for over 14 years, discovering crucial evidence of past water and habitability. Its final image, taken during a massive dust storm in 2018, was an incomplete, noisy photo of the sun, not a poetic message. Despite efforts to reconnect, the mission ended in 2019, leaving a legacy of groundbreaking discoveries and technological influence.