TECHNOLOGY

NASA's Ingenuity Helicopter grounded

By Akash Pandey

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Ingenuity grounded

NASA's Ingenuity Mars Helicopter has been grounded after 72 flights due to a broken rotor blade, as revealed officially. 

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Exceeded expectations

The historic aircraft lasted 33 times longer than initially planned, covering 17km and reaching altitudes of 24 meters. 

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Overcoming challenges

Ingenuity faced challenges, including an emergency landing and navigational disorientation. 

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Aerial exploration future

Despite being grounded, the helicopter's success paves the way for future aerial exploration on Mars and other celestial bodies. 

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Engineering triumph

Engineers have overcome significant challenges to build a helicopter capable of flying in Mars' thin atmosphere and extreme cold temperatures. 

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