Spirit in the Air and Space museum

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The discussion centers on the fate of the Mars rover Spirit, speculating on its preservation in the Air and Space Museum. Participants express concern about whether it will disintegrate or remain intact, with some noting the low atmospheric conditions on Mars that may aid in its preservation. There is a sense of sadness about Spirit's permanent placement on Mars, especially since retrieval seems unlikely. The conversation highlights the emotional connection to the rover and its legacy. Overall, Spirit is expected to be encased in sand over time, marking its enduring presence on Mars.
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Poor thing. I wonder what will be the fate of it, is it going to disintegrate quickly or will it be relatively preserved over the next few decades?
 
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It will be preserved. There's so little atmo, it's almost in vacuum. Eventually it will be encased in its own sand dune.
 


That made me sad :frown:.
 


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This is so sad. I don't think Spirit should worry. It won't be way too long before we get to visit Spirit in the Air and Space museum. Good job robot.
 


Pattonias said:
This is so sad. I don't think Spirit should worry. It won't be way too long before we get to visit Spirit in the Air and Space museum. Good job robot.

How the heck are we going to get it back when it got stuck?
edit: and now that we arent going to Mars she is there for good.
 

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