Curiosity update: Analysis of blocky deposits

NRB_521777284EDR_F0552222NCAM00261M_Sol 1401, July 14, 2016, update from USGS scientist Lauren Edgar: The drive on Sol 1400 went well, and Curiosity drove ~13 m along the edge of the blocky deposit “Bimbe.”  Today’s plan involves a number of ChemCam and Mastcam observations to assess the composition and textural properties of three large blocks in the deposit.  We’ll also acquire a Mastcam mosaic to document the eastern edge of the deposit, and a Navcam observation to search for dust devils.  Then Curiosity will continue driving… [More at link]

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