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.


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    Title :

    Conception of MARS Roving Vehicle


    Contributors:
    J. Kotnik (author) / D. Hayn (author)

    Publication date :

    1978


    Size :

    14 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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