Spirit cleaner? |
Spirit cleaner? |
Jun 18 2007, 06:44 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1887 Joined: 20-November 04 From: Iowa Member No.: 110 |
I've been keeping an eye on the sundial images looking for signs of a cleaning event. I've noticed some changes in the latest to be downloaded although they may be due to changes in the lighting.
A : clean patch at top of circle streak at bottom B : increased contrast from dust left behind next to mirror C : clean patch next to wire Also note the missing clumps of dust on the deck A broader view show a contrast between sol 1221 and 1227 http://207.7.139.5/mars/spirit/navcam/2007...I4P0165L0M1.JPG http://207.7.139.5/mars/spirit/navcam/2007...00P1914L0M1.JPG Has anyone heard if there has been a change in the power levels? |
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Jun 23 2007, 01:34 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 2492 Joined: 15-January 05 From: center Italy Member No.: 150 |
Well, seriously, I think that now that power is up, they should try move fast the rover in order to maximize exploration in the incoming months! This because frankly I doubt Spirit will survive another winter... moreover, last mission extension is approaching to the end (around Sol 1350, if I recall) and, while another year extention is possible (and auspicable), with actual budget issue there is the risk of a commandend shutdown within 5 months from now!
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