Exciting news for space enthusiasts! 🌌 A research team from the School of Astronautics of Harbin Institute of Technology in the Chinese mainland has developed a groundbreaking drone for Mars exploration.
The air-ground dual-purpose unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) weighs only 300 grams – about the same as an apple 🍎 – making it incredibly lightweight and energy-efficient.
This innovative drone can take off at any time, navigate through obstacles, and boasts impressive endurance, showcasing its potential for future Mars missions. The team highlighted that this UAV is a significant step forward for scientific exploration of the Red Planet.
Stay tuned for more updates on this amazing space technology! 🚀✨
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China develops lightweight energy-efficient drone for Mars exploration
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