body: |
a structure that protects the rover's "vital organs" |
brains: |
computers to process information |
temperature controls: |
internal heaters, a layer of insulation, and more |
"neck and head": |
a mast for the cameras to give the rover a human-scale view |
eyes and ears : |
cameras and instruments that give the rover information about its environment |
arm and "hand": |
a way to extend its reach and collect rock samples for study |
wheels and legs: |
parts for mobility |
electrical power: |
batteries and power |
communications: |
antennas for "speaking" and "listening"
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