jan 1, 1997 - Sojourner Rover
Description:
The Sojourner Rover was a space exploration robot that landed on the surface of Mars in 1997. The Sojourner was the first wheeled rover to roam another planet, pushing the limits of what was possible in the field of space exploration. Sojourner demonstrated complexities and showed problems in space exploration, such as wheel troubles, power issues, and communication interruptions, highlighting solutions required for future missions of space exploration robots.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1997
Now
~ 28 years ago