Hansel and Gretel's Breadcrumb Trick Inspires Robotic Exploration of Martian Caves
Flock of robots to explore subsurface environments on other worlds.
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Flock of robots to explore subsurface environments on other worlds.
Engineers at the University of Arizona have developed a system they say could allow autonomous vehicles to scout out habitats for astronauts in caves and other underground features by leaving a trail of 'breadcrumbs.'
"...Hansel and Gretel dropped breadcrumbs to make sure they'd find their way back. In our scenario, the 'breadcrumbs' are miniaturized sensors..."
"In our scenario, the 'breadcrumbs' are miniaturized sensors that piggyback on the rovers..."
"In our scenario, the 'breadcrumbs' are miniaturized sensors that piggyback on the rovers..."