RAL Space ASG MARVIN Mars Analogue Rover
22 Nov 2018
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Marvin is designed for long-range navigation trials (e.g. sample fetch). It has a compact base on which the payload may be mounted as well as a mast. Optional long range (1km) 20 Mb/s comms available. There is built-in 1TB RAID 1 solid state storage (networked) as well as custom motor controllers with dual encoder, identical hub joints throughout. Features:

  • Body width: 1m
  • Body length: 1.22m
  • Height to top: 0.45m
  • Height with mast: 1.5m adjustable
  • Weight: 83kg (57kg without batteries)
  • Drive: 6 wheel-drive, individually controlled speed and position
  • Steering: 6 wheel (independent)
  • Speed: 0.4-4 cm/s
  • Battery technology: LiPo 10S6P 49 kWh
  • Battery life: 8 hours
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Other features:

  • Software: ROS Compatible, GAZEBO kinematic model
  • Interface I/O: Ethernet, Wi-Fi, CAN, USB
  • Wireless:         2.4 GHz, 5GHz (802.11ac) max 300 meters, optional 1394MHz comms
  • Payload mass: 50kg
  • Power for payload: Unregulated 30-42V DC
  • OBC: Nvidia Jetson TX2
  • Wheel walking
  • Adjustable mast,
  • ExoMars suspension and dimensions, environment-controlled bay,
  • Networked storage (up to 2TB)
MARVIN - Mars Analogue Rover for V&V, Instrumentation &
 Navigation trials.

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