By Lou Farrell, Senior Writer, Red Planet Bound Mars rovers are among the most meticulously engineered machines ever built. Getting one to the Red Planet is only half the challenge, as the real test is keeping it alive once it’s there. Surviving on Mars demands that every component withstand conditions that would destroy ordinary machinery within hours. This degree of readiness is achieved through a series of demanding tests designed to simulate the harshest environment any machine has ever been… READ MORE >