We proposed a concept of virtual soil bin for lunar locomotion studies, where 2D DEM analysis was employed with a part of achievements from former Apollo Project. The purpose of this approach is to obtain more reliable and rational solution in the lunar locomotion studies by DEM. The demonstrated concept application suggests that the larger diameter of wheel would be effective for traction-slip performance. The validation of mechanical parameters for contact model of DEM under low-gravity condition should be added for further development of DEM simulation.
Concept of Virtual Soil Bin by DEM for Lunar Locomotion Studies
10th Biennial International Conference on Engineering, Construction, and Operations in Challenging Environments and Second NASA/ARO/ASCE Workshop on Granular Materials in Lunar and Martian Exploration ; 2006 ; League City/Houston, Texas, United States
Earth & Space 2006 ; 1-8
2006-03-02
Conference paper
Electronic Resource
English
Concept of Virtual Soil Bin by DEM for Lunar Locomotion Studies
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