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NASA's InSight probe emerges from Mars dust storm

KittenHuffer Silver badge

Brushing the dust off is likely to degrade the panels anyway due to the abrasive nature of the dust. I believe the idea was discounted due to this, and also the weight of the brush mechanism that would be required.

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