
Space Exploration Rover System - SERS-6

The SERS-6 is an advanced indoor space exploration rover designed to simulate lunar and planetary exploration missions. Featuring a sophisticated swerve drive system, 6-DOF robotic arm, and comprehensive sensor suite, it serves as a development platform for space robotics research and education.
Technical Specifications
Physical Specifications
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Dimensions:
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Length: 70 cm
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Width: 60 cm
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Height: 78 cm
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Weight: 25 kg (base configuration)
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Construction Material:
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Primary: 7075-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum
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Mobility System
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Drive Configuration: Quad swerve drive system
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Wheel Specifications:
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Diameter: 19 cm
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Type: All-terrain rubber compound
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Swerve Module Features:
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360° continuous rotation
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Independent wheel speed control
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Integrated encoders for precise positioning
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Performance:
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Maximum Speed: 1.5 m/s
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Zero turning radius capability
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Slope Capability: Up to 35 degrees
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Ground Clearance: 23 cm
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Robotic Arm
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Configuration: 6-DOF arm with modular end-effector
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Specifications:
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Reach: 50 cm
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Payload Capacity: 2 kg at full extension
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Positioning Accuracy: ±4 mm
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Joint Properties:
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Brushless DC motors
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Integrated force/torque sensing
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Position, velocity and torque feedback,
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End-Effector Options:
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Standard gripper (0-35 mm opening)
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Scientific instrument mount
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Quick-change tool interface
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Sensor Suite
Sensor Suite
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Visual Systems:
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Primary Navigation Camera: OpenCV OAK-D​
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Range: 0.2 - 9 m
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RGB: 12MP​
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Arm-Mounted Camera:
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Diagonal field of view (dFoV): 78°
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Max Resolution: 1080p/30 fps - 720p/ 30fps
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LIDAR System:
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360°x90° scanning LIDAR
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Range: 0.05-30 meters
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Resolution: ±2.0 cm
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​Update Rate: 250 Hz
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Additional Sensors:
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9DOF IMU
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Wheel encoders
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Motor Current sensors
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Obstacle detection sensors
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Computing and Control
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Main Computer:
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NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano
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16GB RAM
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512GB SSD
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Operating System:
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ROS 2 middleware
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Navigation Capabilities
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Autonomous Navigation:
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Path planning with obstacle avoidance
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Position estimation using sensor fusion
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Manual Control:
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Teleoperation interface
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Variable control modes
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Force feedback option
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Power System
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Primary Power:
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Type: Li-ion battery pack
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Voltage: 22.2V
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Capacity: 20Ah
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Runtime: 4 hours (typical use)
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Power Management:
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Smart power distribution
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Low-power modes
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Battery health monitoring
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Charging:
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Fast charge capability (3 hours)
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Solar panel interface (optional)
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Hot-swap battery support
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Communication
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Wireless:
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Wi-Fi 6E
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Optional radio module for long-range
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Protocols:
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Delayed telemetry handling
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Loss-tolerant command system
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Environmental Specifications
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Operating Environment:
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Temperature: 0°C to 45°C
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Storage Environment:
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Temperature: -20°C to 60°C
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Software Features
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Development Environment:
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ROS 2 integration
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Python and C++ APIs
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MATLAB / Simulink
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Simulation environment
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UNITY
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AI Capabilities:
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Terrain classification
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Object recognition
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Autonomous mission planning
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Others
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User Interface:
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Web-based control interface
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Mission planning software
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Data visualization tools
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Virtual reality operator interface
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Research and Educational Features
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Data Collection:
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Sensor data logging
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Mission telemetry recording
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Performance metrics tracking
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Simulation Integration:
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Hardware-in-the-loop capability
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Mission scenario playback
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Educational Tools:
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Curriculum materials
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Laboratory exercises
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Programming tutorials
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Safety Features
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Emergency Systems:
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Hardware emergency stop
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Software watchdogs
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Power monitoring
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Collision prevention
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Fault Detection:
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Joint position monitoring
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Current limiting
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Communication loss handling
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Optional Accessories
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Solar panel kit
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Additional battery packs
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Specialized end-effectors
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Transport case
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Development toolkit
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Training package