RASC-AL Large Scale Lunar Crater Prospector

Author

Austin Arnold, Kennesaw State UniversityFollow
Coleman Alvarez, Kennesaw State University
Mark Suberu, Kennesaw State University

Date of Submission

Spring 5-1-2024

Project Type

Senior Design

Minor

Aerospace Engineering

Major

Mechanical Engineering

Degree Name

Bachelors of science in Mechanical Engineering

Department

Mechanical Engineering

Committee Chair/First Advisor

Adeel Khalid

Abstract

The purpose of this project is to design a conceptual layout of a lunar rover capable of exploring craters at the lunar south pole. The rover should be autonomous and capable of self-sustainment for at least one year in extreme cold and darkness. While determining the location and accessibility of water ice and other volatiles within the crater. This document will contain all information related to the team's conceptual design. Including research, component selection, electrical design, and mechanical design.

Lunar Rascals Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MdcjzVMtzaI