Curiosity update: Drive cut short

Sol 1298-99, March 30, 2016, update from USGS scientist Ken Herkenhoff: The Sol 1296 drive was halted after only 4 meters of progress because the suspension on the left side of the rover was more tilted than expected.  Suspension checks are routinely included in drive sequences, to keep the vehicle safe, and MSL is indeed safe.  So the Sol 1298 plan includes a drive to the same location as previously planned.  We were also able to squeeze in some pre-drive remote science:  ChemCam and Mastcam will observe rock targets…  [More at link]