JPL’s Bobak Ferdowsi — famous for the star-spangled Mohawk hairdo he sported on Curiosity’s landing night — provides an update on what the newest Mars rover has been up to (checking out instruments) and how next week should include big moments like the first test drive and firing up that laser.
In addition to great hair, Ferdowsi is a Flight Director for the Curiosity rover team.
Ferdowsi in JPL’s Mission Control during Curiosity’s landing.
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