Computer Science – Robotics
Scientific paper
Jan 1998
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1998heds.conf..201h&link_type=abstract
HEDS-UP Mars Exploration Forum, p. 201
Computer Science
Robotics
Electric Batteries, Mars (Planet), Roving Vehicles, Mars Surface, Pressure Vessels, Life Support Systems, Robotics, Oxygen Supply Equipment, Space Habitats, Mars Volcanoes, Avionics, Manipulators, Air Locks
Scientific paper
In the days of the Apollo program, it was recognized that it was necessary to cover as much of the surface of the Moon as possible in order to accurately portray the planet's geology. Due to the time and weight constraints of the program, the first few missions covered the surface on foot, with only the last three using battery-powered, unpressurized rovers. In the future, when mankind colonizes the other planets, the surface stay will be considerably longer, the weight allowances will be much greater, and the science to be performed will be expanded dramatically. All of these factors will cause serious consideration to be given to the idea of a pressurized rover for extended surface excursions. The following is one possible design for a pressurized rover for use on Mars. It was designed by University of Maryland, College Park Aerospace Engineering students in the second semester of their senior Space Systems Design class. The class was broken down into six groups in order to spread out the workload. The groups were the following: Avionics; Crew Systems; Mission Analysis; Power, Propulsion, and Thermal; Structures and Loads; and Systems Integration.
Akin David
Bowden Mary
Brenza Michelle
Gelchion Donna
Henriette Jean-Marc
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