This paper provides a system overview of a new Mars rover prototype, Rocky 7. We describe all system aspects: mechanical and electrical design, computer and software infrastructure, algorithms for navigation and manipulation, science data acquisition, and outdoor rover testing. In each area, the improved or added functionality is explained in a context of its path to flight, and need within the constraints of desired science missions.
['Richard Volpe', 'J. Balaram', 'Timothy Ohm', 'Robert Ivlev']
The Rocky 7 Mars rover prototype