Sol 1290, March 22, 2016, update from USGS scientist Lauren Edgar: The drive on Sol 1290 was successful, and Curiosity drove ~15 m to the north. We are currently sitting on top of a ridge in the Stimson formation, which provides a good view of the surrounding terrain and will enable us to plan the upcoming drives better.
The goal this week is to keep making our way across the Naukluft Plateau. Today’s plan follows a similar structure: remote sensing, drive, and post-drive imaging. The plan includes ChemCam documentation of the local bedrock at a target named “Khaudam,” and two Mastcam mosaics to assess the sedimentary structures exposed along the ridge. Then Curiosity… [More at link]