Prediction-Based Tip-Over Prevention for Planetary Exploration Rovers
This study presents a deep learning-based prediction system with an elevated approach to prevent tip-over incidents on planetary exploration rovers, enhancing their operational safety and reliability.
Siddhant Shete +4 more
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Respiratory Signal Processing and Analysis Using Flexible Capacitive Sensor Data
Capacitive pressure sensors based on poly(glycerol sebacate) (PGS) substrates are developed for continuous, non‐invasive respiratory monitoring. Integrated with a signal processing algorithm, they enable accurate tracking of thoracic expansion and retraction.
Bernardo A. Vicente +3 more
wiley +1 more source
Path Planning for Reconfigurable Rovers in Planetary Exploration [PDF]
This paper introduces a path planning algorithm that takes into consideration different locomotion modes in a wheeled reconfigurable rover. Power consumption and traction are estimated by means of simplified dynamics models for each locomotion mode ...
Azkarate, Martin +4 more
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Information Transmission Strategies for Self‐Organized Robotic Aggregation
In this review, we discuss how information transmission influences the neighbor‐based self‐organized aggregation of swarm robots. We focus specifically on local interactions regarding information transfer and categorize previous studies based on the functions of the information exchanged.
Shu Leng +5 more
wiley +1 more source
Visual-LiDAR Odometry for Planetary Rover with Plane Constraints [PDF]
In space exploration missions, planetary rovers require precise navigation to ensure operational safety and efficiency. This paper presents a novel visual-LiDAR odometry method designed specifically for planetary rovers, aiming to address the challenges ...
L. Zhang +10 more
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Low-cost, multi-agent systems for planetary surface exploration [PDF]
The use of off-the-shelf consumer electronics combined with top-down design methodologies have made small and inexpensive satellites, such as CubeSats, emerge as viable, low-cost and attractive space-based platforms that enable a range of new and ...
Bennet, Derek James +4 more
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Strategic Design of Soft Actuators in Translational Medical Robotics for Human‐Centered Healthcare
Soft robotics enables biocompatible, compliant medical devices, but clinical translation requires design‐driven engineering beyond materials. This perspective reviews implantable, surgical, and wearable systems by actuation mechanism, highlighting how optimized architectures and integration improve mechanical interfacing, adaptability, and durability ...
Ho Jun Jin +3 more
wiley +1 more source
Rover Science Autonomy in Planetary Exploration: Field Analog Tests
A strategy for planetary exploration using a rover capable of science autonomy is presented. We encoded into a rover a set of driving hypotheses pertaining to the geologic origin of a field site and equipped the rover with the instrumentation needed to ...
Eldar Z. Noe Dobrea +26 more
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Toward Sustainable Mars Exploration: A Perspective on Collaborative Intelligent Systems
Mars has long captivated the human imagination as a potential destination for settlement and scientific exploration. After deploying individual rovers, the next step in our journey to Mars is the autonomous exploration of the Red Planet using a ...
Thomas Janssen +9 more
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Magnetic compliant suspension concept for space robotics [PDF]
This paper proposes a Dual-Magnet Magnetic Compliance Unit (DMCU) for use in medium sized space rover platforms to enhance terrain handling capabilities and speed of traversal.
McKee, Gerard, Parfitt, Maxwell
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