NASA testing advanced capabilities for moon, Mars rovers

NASA is testing a new prototype rover named ERNEST in the Colorado Desert to improve autonomous navigation on extreme terrain. The project aims to develop hardware and software for future lunar and Mars exploration missions.
Why it matters
Advancements in robotic autonomy are essential for the success of future long-range space exploration missions on the moon and Mars.
edited by Lisa Lock , reviewed by Andrew Zinin
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