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Originally Posted by Noah930
Out of curiosity (no pun intended), why was this landing so much more difficult/anticipated compared to the two rovers (Spirit/Opportunity) sent there 2 or 3 years ago?
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Well, this time it was not airbags -- they had the whole "sky crane" thing. The rover is also much bigger as I understand. But landing on Mars should never be taken too lightly.
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