Curiosity’s 2-sol plan on Mars is focused on remote sensing, imaging for upcoming contact science, and CheMin analysis of a sample from Gobabeb #6. Currently, the rover is located on the east side of the Naukluft Plateau, where researchers are studying local stratigraphy and diagenetic features.
On the first sol, ChemCam and Mastcam will be used to observe targets named “Uniab” and “Tumas,” as well as capture images of the surrounding area in preparation for potential contact science activities in the future. The second sol will begin with early morning atmospheric monitoring observations before conducting CheMin analysis on a sample collected at Namib dune.
Later in the day, Curiosity will gather a long-distance RMI (Remote Micro Imager) mosaic of Peace Vallis, a nearby feature, and continue monitoring atmospheric opacity while observing the sky above Mount Sharp. This comprehensive plan will provide valuable data for the ongoing study of Martian geology and atmospheric conditions.