Anyone know why it doesn't tip over? Gyroscopes? Model rockets have fins to keep them going straightish, but this lander doesn't and it's not going fast enough for them to matter anyway.
It uses thrust vectoring. The engine is on a gimbal and is constantly moving to keep the vehicle upright and on course. The fact that you can hardly see the movement means the sensors and software are doing a really good job keeping it stable.
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It's been a bit quiet lately - I assume due to this event.
