Data Acquisition Semi-Autonomous Human Interaction Rover (DASHIR)
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Rovers have proven to be essential assets for space exploration because they accomplish tasks needed for scientific research. They also have the potential to directly aid astronauts on crewed missions. Data Acquisition Semi-Autonomous Human Interaction Rover (DASHIR) is a rover designed to aid in future crewed missions to the Moon and beyond by assisting in sample collection, equipment transportation, terrain navigation, data storage, and other commands given by the astronaut crew. DASHIR could potentially be used as a surface asset for NASA’s Artemis program, launching on the Space Launch System (SLS), communicating with the planned Lunar Gateway, and assisting future astronauts stationed on Lunar bases. By performing some of the astronauts’ tasks, DASHIR will allow the crew to optimize their time and conduct more scientific research. DASHIR will also mitigate risk by reducing the number of EVAs required by astronauts by completing many of their physical tasks, which will reduce the risk of injury and fatality throughout the duration of their mission. The DASHIR design is inspired by NASA’s Perseverance and the Dune All-Terrain Rover developed by the University of Salento in Lecce, Italy.
Data Acquisition Semi-Autonomous Human Interaction Rover (DASHIR)
Rovers have proven to be essential assets for space exploration because they accomplish tasks needed for scientific research. They also have the potential to directly aid astronauts on crewed missions. Data Acquisition Semi-Autonomous Human Interaction Rover (DASHIR) is a rover designed to aid in future crewed missions to the Moon and beyond by assisting in sample collection, equipment transportation, terrain navigation, data storage, and other commands given by the astronaut crew. DASHIR could potentially be used as a surface asset for NASA’s Artemis program, launching on the Space Launch System (SLS), communicating with the planned Lunar Gateway, and assisting future astronauts stationed on Lunar bases. By performing some of the astronauts’ tasks, DASHIR will allow the crew to optimize their time and conduct more scientific research. DASHIR will also mitigate risk by reducing the number of EVAs required by astronauts by completing many of their physical tasks, which will reduce the risk of injury and fatality throughout the duration of their mission. The DASHIR design is inspired by NASA’s Perseverance and the Dune All-Terrain Rover developed by the University of Salento in Lecce, Italy.