The Design and Engineering of Curiosity: How the Mars Rover Performs Its Job (Springer Praxis Books)

The Design and Engineering of Curiosity is an insightful exploration into the complexities behind NASA's most advanced rover, the Mars Curiosity. This fascinating title, published by Springer Praxis Books, unravels the remarkable engineering feats that allow Curiosity to traverse the Martian landscape, collect data, and perform experiments. Ideal for both enthusiasts and professionals in aerospace engineering, this book offers an in-depth analysis backed by expert insights, making it a must-read for those...

The Design and Engineering of Curiosity is an insightful exploration into the complexities behind NASA's most advanced rover, the Mars Curiosity. This fascinating title, published by Springer Praxis Books, unravels the remarkable engineering feats that allow Curiosity to traverse the Martian landscape, collect data, and perform experiments. Ideal for both enthusiasts and professionals in aerospace engineering, this book offers an in-depth analysis backed by expert insights, making it a must-read for those captivated by space exploration and robotics.

With detailed illustrations and diagrams, the book breaks down the rover's design components—from its rugged mobility system designed to navigate rocky terrain to its sophisticated scientific instruments like the ChemCam and SAM (Sample Analysis at Mars). It also features stories from the engineers and scientists who brought Curiosity to life, providing you with a comprehensive overview of both the technical challenges and triumphs of this groundbreaking mission.