What you need to know about the new NASA video in space: A look at the latest news from the space station
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The rover will be able to drill into the surface for scientific research, but it’s unclear how long the robot will be in the Martian atmosphere.
The goal is to test its descent and return capabilities.
NASA says the rover is equipped with two cameras and is capable of taking a wide range of images.