Ingenuity helicopter’s flying days cut short by featureless Martian terrain
https://www.theregister.com/2024/12/13/ingenuity_mars_helicopters_flying_days/
NASA’s Ingenuity helicopter, a marvel of engineering, has hit a roadblock on Mars. After a rough landing at an unfortunate angle, the helicopter is now permanently grounded. The seemingly dull Martian landscape played a significant role in this mishap, sparking a series of events that led to its current state. This incident raises questions about the challenges of exploring other planets and the resilience of technology in extreme conditions. What does this mean for future missions?
