Paper describes methods, based on applied mechanics and simplified operational analysis, for evaluation of vehicle concepts considered feasible for lunar surface exploration, and shows processes through which means of locomotion may be optimized; wheeled, tracked, screw propelled, and walking vehicles are analyzed and their probable performances compared; it is indicated that wheeled vehicles may probably best suit purpose of lunar exploration.


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    Title :

    Mechanics of locomotion and lunar surface vehicle concepts


    Additional title:

    SAE -- Paper


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    SAE Meeting ; 1963 Lunar



    Publication date :

    1963


    Size :

    19 pages


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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