Orbiters can explore all of Mars, but from a great distance. Rovers can examine Mars closely, but have limited mobility. Balloons have been proposed as a compromise, combining an ability to cover a large area with instruments that can study with great detail. The problem has been an ability to direct the balloon. One company has come up with a solution.
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