NASA’s Perseverance Mars rover

This video from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory describes the mission of the Perseverance Mars rover that was launched last week on July 30. Its mission is to search for signs of ancient life, collect samples for future return to Earth, and help pave the way for human exploration. The rover will carry with it several technology demonstrations, including a helicopter that will attempt humanity’s first powered flight on another planet. It is set to land at Mars’ Jezero Crater on Feb. 18, 2021.