Yesterday Jeremy, myself, and our friend, Chris, got to drive the NASA SEV Chariot Rover. The Rover was designed in in the Dexterous Robotics Lab where I work, however the team that designed it is part of a different group, in a different building, so I don't get to interact with them very often.
It was a great experience to learn more about what they are doing and to drive the rover. It was so much fun!
Jody was nice enough to take us out to the rock yard and we each got to drive through the craters and up and down the rock hill.
The Chariot Rover has six wheel modules, each with independent suspension, drive, steering and 2 feet of travel. It also is equip with crab drive. All this allows the rover to traverse even the most difficult terrains.
Here are some pictures of us driving up and around the rock yard.
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