Bonus science: The orbiter is now scouting perfect landing spots for future spacecraft — including, potentially, some with human passengers in the 2030s. (discovermagazine.com)
Paul Rocco, president of Provectus Robotics Solutions, uses similar types of technology in his company's robots, and says that self - driving vehicles will reduce the risk for human passengers. (ctvnews.ca)
The entire craft was designed like a giant shock absorber with the back covered in thick shielding to protect human passengers. (newscientist.com)