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Built to explore Mars, Resilience begins to develop human-like feelings as he learns from the NASA scientists who assembled him, and as he blasts off and explores Mars, Resilience must overcome different obstacles as he explores the red planet.
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"Maybe you remember when a little robotic spacecraft landed on a far-off planet. On August 6, 2012, the rover Curiosity touched down on the rocky surface of Mars and now she's ready to guide you through her journey firsthand. From idea to creation and beyond, this fact-filled, stylish book introduces readers to Curiosity and her mission: to discover more about the red planet and search for evidence of life"--Jacket.
7) Rovers
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Presents information on the history, construction, features, and missions of different space rovers. Includes a glossary and a list of additional resources.
10) Mars rovers
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"Engaging images accompany information about Mars rovers. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--
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"Describes robotics in space, including robots used to explore the universe and other worlds, robots used to help build and repair facilities in space such as the International Space Station, and the possibilities of humanoid robots in space"--Provided by publisher.
13) Robot spacecraft
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Modern space robots are sophisticated exploring machines that have visited all the major worlds of the solar system except Pluto. "Robot Spacecraft" examines the evolution of these fascinating, far-traveling spacecraft - from the relatively unsophisticated planetary probes flown at the dawn of the Space Age to the incredibly powerful exploring machines that now allow scientists to conduct detailed, firsthand investigations of alien worlds within this...
15) Rovers
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Presents facts and photos about rovers in space. Discusses parts, abilities, and different models of rovers. Includes a comprehension activity, glossary, index, and access to online resources.
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Describes the mission of the spacecraft "Opportunity" to explore Mars gathering samples and photographs. Details how this rover nicknamed Oppy called home frequently until a dust storm covered her solar batteries and she fell silent. Includes a timeline and a diagram of Oppy.
19) Rovers
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"This title takes a close look at the incredible rovers that roam distant moons and planets, like Mars, and the information and photographs they have sent back to Earth to help us learn more about space and beyond" --Publisher.
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"No one has yet visited Mars - at least, no humans have. Robot rovers have explored the surface of the Red Planet, and it's the job of people on Earth to control their every movement. Find out what's involved in being a rover driver, the tools and skills you need, and the difficulties of controlling something that's millions of miles away"--Provided by publisher.