Enabling Nanosat Mobility and Autonomy for Small Bodies Exploration
Project Introduction
Develop control and planning algorithms for a science-driven spacecraft/rover hybrid, such that the rover is able to autonomously reach designated targets and point instruments traverse performance meets science objectives of 20-30% of traverse distance.
More »Anticipated Benefits
Advances surface mobility autonomy technologies for small bodies to enable more controlled surface operations. Focusing on science-driven requirements enables us to address the more compelling investigations Some component technologies (e.g. instrument placement, spike/terrain modeling, deployment, and system engineering) are relevant to other small body surface missions. Advances state-of-the-knowledge compared to prior work on low-gravity mobility such as that performed for the MINERVA rover on the Hayabusa mission. Allows for controlled, planned motion as opposed to random/chaotic motion.
More »Primary U.S. Work Locations and Key Partners
| Organizations Performing Work | Role | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Jet Propulsion Laboratory
(JPL)
|
Lead Organization | NASA Center | Pasadena, California |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
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California
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Organizational Responsibility
Responsible Mission Directorate:
- Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD)
Lead Center / Facility:
- Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL)
Responsible Program:
- Center Innovation Fund: JPL CIF
Project Management
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Project Duration
Technology Maturity (TRL)
| Start: | 1 |
| Estimated End: | 2 |
Technology Areas
Primary:
- TX04 Robotic Systems
- TX04.2 Mobility
- TX04.2.4 Surface Mobility
