Could you use a mental escape? Something that transports you beyond the confines of your pandemic-narrowed world? Maybe a trip to Mars will do the trick. Above and below, you can find high definition footage captured by NASA’s three Mars rovers–Spirit, Opportunity and Curiosity. The footage (also contributed by JPL-Caltech, MSSS, Cornell University and ASU) was stitched together by ElderFox Documentaries, creating what they call the most lifelike experience of being on Mars.
Safe travels.
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Mankind cannot be all bad if it achieves this level.
Is the color changed or enhanced at all in these video images or are they exactly as recorded?
The rovers for the most part have been astounding successes.congrats.
I am thoroughly amazed at the video. Please keep sending any more videos that be released.
I read in a few places “Mars in 4K” or “4K resolution”. But I don’t know what this means.
Resolution is usually given by the number of pixels that comprise an image.
Could you please explain the meaning of “Mars in 4K”?
I read in a few places “Mars in 4K” or “4K resolution”. But I don’t know what this means.
Resolution is usually given by the number of pixels that comprise an image.
Could you please explain the meaning of these terms?
Does anyone know the title to the music played?