RIT SPEX Rover

Screenshot of Rover Suspension

Rover Suspension

This suspension is a four wheel rocker design, with additional independent shock absorption on each wheel.

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Screenshot of Rover Base Station

Rover Base Station

This is a standalone portable base station for controlling the rover. It has a small display and is powered by a raspberry pi 5. It can be powered by either an internal battery or a wall adapter.

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Rover Suspension Simulation

This is a multibody dynamics simulation of one half of the Rover's suspension system, created using Matlab.

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Screenshot of Life Detection Module

Life Detection Module

I worked on the auger and soil sampling system on the rover's life detection module. It drills into the soil to collect samples and then feeds them to the detectors.

Screenshot of Differential Bar Assembly

Differential Bar Assembly

This assembly connects to each half of the Rover's suspension to allow it to articulate.

Screenshot of Custom Rover Wheel

Custom Rover Wheel

I designed wheels for the previous rover suspension, which feature 3D printed hubs with cast urethane tires.