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After the failure of the Beagle 2 Mars mission in 2003, it looks like ESA isn’t ready to give up on sending a robotic explorer to the red planet so easily. According to an article by Claire Smith in the Scotsman, Bridget — a newly unveiled prototype measuring 10′ x 6′ and sporting six wheels — will be going to Mars via a 2011 mission.

One of Bridget’s primary missions will be to search for amino acids and other materials, which could provide more information on whether there is (or was) life on Mars.

Check out the full article over the Scotsman for more details. (Source: The Scotsman) – [Jeff James]

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