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Introduction
Background
Martian
Terrain
Lunar
Rover
Vehicle
Size and
Composition
Suspension
Wheels
Steering/Brakes
Power
Modular Trailer
System
Communication
and Navigation
Safety Measures
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Introduction
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Model of Martian vehicle with trailers
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This vehicle is designed to transport the astronauts and experimental
equipment across the Martian surface. With a two-person passenger
capacity and 100km radium, the vehicle is designed to expand the
scope of our search for life. To facilitate the transport of communication
equipment, smaller rovers, experiments and samples, the Module Trailer
System (MTS) allows a combination of towing power and speed. Each
trailer will have powered wheels to increase the efficiency of the
system and can carry up to 50kg. The vehicle itself will have a
four-wheel drive torsion suspension system similar to that used
on the Apollo Lunar Rover. Inflatable wheels will be used to allow
compact storage of spares and easy repair on the surface. The vehicle
will be powered by a RTG/battery combination. A dust shield and
emergency consumables will protect and sustain the astronauts in
case of inclement surface conditions.
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