What adaptations have been made to the rovers to help ensure safe movement over the terrain?
Jacqui Answer: The rover has a “rocker bogie” suspension system. Each of the six wheels moves independently and can move over small rocks without tipping over. The rover also has a hazard avoidance system. There are small cameras on the back and front of the rover called hazcams. These cameras frequently take pictures of the ground in front of the rover and an onboard computer analyzes the data to determine whether or not the path is clear. If it determines that the path is not clear, the rover turns to the right or left. Expert: Diane Bollen Education and Outreach Coordinator Cornell University Question: How seriously has a design for a system to clear the dust off of the solar panels of the rover been studied.
