NASA tests drones in Death Valley to improve Mars navigation

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NASA tested drones in Death Valley to improve Martian navigation software after challenges with the Ingenuity helicopter. The drones practiced flying over featureless dunes, similar to terrain that previously confused Ingenuity's navigation system, aiming for more versatile future Mars exploration vehicles. Additional tests included robot dogs in New Mexico and a winged flyer prototype in Virginia, all preparing for diverse Martian environments and exploration needs.


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