Opportunity stuck, but not hopelessly so

Images: Spirit, Opportunity (Keep in mind they are TWIN rovers)
Info: Official JPL Rover site

Opportunity, one of two rovers currently exploring Mars became stuck in loose sand four days ago. Mission scientists remain optimistic that coming unstuck is simply a matter of time. The terrain in that area has been getting worse. On April 16, (Sol 433 of the mission) Opportunity's right-front steering motor failed, but limited functioning was restored.
From a Mars Daily story dated April, 16:


"Opportunity and Spirit are capable of driving with one or more steering motors disabled, though turns would be less precise. The latest revision in flight software on both rovers, uploaded in February, gives them improved capabilities for dealing with exactly this type of condition."

Scientists and mission specialists alike are carefully analyzing every detail of the current situation. Taking myriad photographs of the terrain and reviewing possible escape scenarios, they believe it's only a matter of time until the vehicle is free to roam again.

If you'd like some mission details, an excellent photo archive and a forum for discussing discoveries, check out Mark Carey's Mars Rover Blog.
It's very cool.