As a rule of thumb, storing data is meaningful until the third retry. This cycle continues until the returns are negligible.
Storing data and then resetting the device for a new observation in the same conditions will allow you to make a fraction of the remaining points. When you conduct an observation, you’ll receive details on how many science points you gain for that observation out of the total points available for that experiment in the biome. EVA reports are an exception to that rule since they give the same amount (full bonus) regardless if you store or transfer them. However, storing science points yields a much higher return than transmission for almost any observation.
Most observations can store their science points until recovery or transmit available data directly to the KSC, provided you have energy and communication parts to do so.
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