NASA's Perseverance Mars RoverVarmennettu tili

When you run into a challenge, sometimes it’s best to step back and shake it off. I reversed up onto some nearby rocks to get tilted, and did a twist with one foot. Somewhere along the way I’ve shaken loose the other two pebbles in my sampling system. Back to #SamplingMars soon!pic.twitter.com/gAs6E0tGcf

In order to keep #SamplingMars, I’ve emptied my latest partial sample. Watch closely to see one piece of cored rock drop to the surface in this movie. Thankfully, I can reuse this tube for another sample from the same rock. Latest blog: http://go.nasa.gov/33zq14e pic.twitter.com/kwSzBlFVBt

With a turn of my bit carousel, I’ve cleared the two pebbles that likely blocked me from processing my latest sample tube. Two smaller ones remain lower down, but may not be an issue (and might fall out just by driving). Onward! Details: http://go.nasa.gov/33zq14e  #SamplingMarspic.twitter.com/fpH7gFcH08

I’ve got a plan for getting rid of the pebbles that blocked my last sample tube handoff. With luck, they should drop through to the ground below. Here’s a “before” photo of where they might land. Stay tuned. #SamplingMars More on how I’m doing it: http://go.nasa.gov/33moQ7Q pic.twitter.com/79ToeJ6mnd

My team is taking a few days to run tests and has enlisted the help of my twin back on Earth. By end of week, we should be ready to attempt removing the pebbles in my bit carousel so I can get back to #SamplingMars. For now, I’m studying the rocks around me in more detail.pic.twitter.com/yVlwGVSGvO

I recently captured my sixth rock core and have encountered a new challenge. Seems some pebble-sized debris is obstructing my robotic arm from handing off the tube for sealing/storage. More images and data to come. #SamplingMars takes perseverance. Blog: http://go.nasa.gov/3Gar7kI pic.twitter.com/sfaxuu0HNG

One day left to nominate a U.S. middle schooler for the “You’ve Got Perseverance!” award. They could chat with my team, and even get a special message all the way from Mars. Nominate by Dec. 31 (5 p.m. PST). Details on this and future opportunities: http://go.nasa.gov/gotperseverance pic.twitter.com/7Uhbegj6bJ

When 2021 started, I was flying through space at over 50,000 mph/80,000 kph. One (Earth) year later, my land speed is definitely slower – but my pace of discoveries is only picking up. So much more to come: http://go.nasa.gov/32GwsBI pic.twitter.com/nYn0w3DY3C

U.S. educators: Know a middle schooler who’s #gotperseverance? My team and I want to celebrate them and send them a message from Mars. Seven days left to nominate for “You’ve Got Perseverance!” Nominate a student by Dec. 31: http://go.nasa.gov/gotperseverance pic.twitter.com/5WuzI7KDc6

My passion for rock collecting is matched only by my love of photography. Thanks for voting on your favorite new images each week – looking forward to many more to come! View and “like” photos: http://go.nasa.gov/2L6tFta  Image of the Week gallery: http://go.nasa.gov/3s4mRg7 pic.twitter.com/bwdGp5UxKq

#SamplingMars is going well, and there’s a lot more ahead. Get a preview of some “coming attractions” that I’ve got my eyes on:pic.twitter.com/W3hQEXNy5Z

Got another one! My latest rock core is from this target we’re calling “Robine.” Still some processing to do to get this one capped and sealed, but so far so good for another round of #SamplingMars. Latest images: http://go.nasa.gov/perseverance-raw-images …pic.twitter.com/t4V1tZqeC1

With my drill’s abrasion bit, I’ve made another 2-inch (5-cm) window into the history of Mars. This is how my new target rock “Issole” looks inside. Looks like another good spot for #SamplingMars. More images: http://go.nasa.gov/2L6tFta pic.twitter.com/Sc01RySOl1

Here on Mars, I’m checking out a new rock and getting ready for my next sample. Back on Earth, engineers are testing the systems that could bring back this literal piece of history. http://go.nasa.gov/30k703V  #SamplingMarspic.twitter.com/6c7XWnrjw2

Good morning from Mars -- where as usual it’s dusty, cold, and strangely serene. Download this image: http://go.nasa.gov/3rOVcSu  More photos: http://go.nasa.gov/3s4mRg7 pic.twitter.com/GJuOIROClE