NASA reveals planetary rovers that could explore Mars

NASA researchers are developing origami-inspired robots that could soon be used to explore extreme alien environments. The Pop-Up Flat Folding Explorer Robots, or Puffers, have a collapsible design and are small enough to hitch a ride on another craft, such as a Mars rover or Europa lander. According to the space agency, these adorable robots will be able to reach areas that the larger vehicles cannot, allowing them to investigate caves and lava tubes on Mars, or the icy'chaos terrains' of Europa. NASA researchers are developing origami-inspired robots that could soon be used to explore extreme alien environments. Not only are these bots similar in size to a smartphone when folded, they also have a comparable weight and volume.