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Curiosity Rover Thrives on Mars for 14 Years

1/21/2026

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NASA's Curiosity rover operated on Mars for nearly 14 years.
It released a composite image of a boxwork formation on a ridge near Mount Sharp, formed billions of years ago from mineral deposits left by ancient water.
Although its mission was two years, Curiosity continues to operate and communicate with Earth.
NASA's Perseverance rover arrived on Mars in 2021 and is preparing for crewed missions in the 2030s.

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NASA's Curiosity rover operated on Mars for nearly 14 years.
It released a composite image of a boxwork formation on a ridge near Mount Sharp, formed billions of years ago from mineral deposits left by ancient water.
Although its mission was two years, Curiosity continues to operate and communicate with Earth.
NASA's Perseverance rover arrived on Mars in 2021 and is preparing for crewed missions in the 2030s.