Astronomy
Spirit Rover which was stuck in Martian soil since April, 2009 has finally showed some movements from its current position.
NASA is planning to have a press conference on 12th November, 2009 regarding the escape plan of the Rover.
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Astronomy
Spirit Rover finally moves in Martian soil
Spirit Rover which was stuck in Martian soil since April, 2009 has finally showed some movements from its current position.
The Spirit Rover team is trying to get her out from the sand trap in which she has got stuck.
Enjoy the animations of recent movement of Spirit
NASA is planning to have a press conference on 12th November, 2009 regarding the escape plan of the Rover.
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