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Last-minute guide to the Mars landing
NASAThis screenshot from NASA's "Eyes on Mars" interactive simulation shows the Mars Science Laboratory's heat shield flying away from the rest of the spacecraft and its parachute, two and a half minutes before landing. Earth is barely visible as a bright spot in the sky at upper left.By Alan Boyle Follow @b0yleThe descent of NASA's Curiosity rover to the surface of Mars is must-see TV on Sunday night, but for the uninitiated, all the geekspeak, apps and animations can be disorienting. Now you can consider yourself initiated: Here's a rundown...
Published By: Cosmic Log - Saturday, 4 August, 2012
