A vehicle with a minimal propulsion and fuel system is proposed to investigate a large area of the Martian surface as well as its atmosphere with one, or a few independent systems. This simple method, using the Martian winds and weather conditions for long range operation, consists of a helium filled balloon containing an automatic integrated payload. Different configurations, including combination with a Marsochod vehicle, are discussed. Feasibility in each case is argued while areas for further study, depending on the configuration chosen, are considered.
Conception of MARS Roving Vehicle
1978
14 pages
Report
Keine Angabe
Englisch
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