Cosmic Explorer | Planetary Robotics Lab
STEM Aerospace Education Prototype

Cosmic Explorer

An advanced all-in-one educational ecosystem integrating a 6-DOF suction-based arm and an omnidirectional planetary rover. Master core robotics through simulated meteorite collection missions.

Aerospace Simulation Capabilities

Industrial-grade technologies optimized for deep-space classroom environments.

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Deep Space SLAM Mapping

Equipped with 360° LiDAR to scan unknown craters and caves, generating high-precision 2D/3D occupancy grid maps in real-time. Empowers the rover to establish safe perimeters autonomously.

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6-DOF Suction Arm

The mechArm 270, equipped with a vacuum suction pump, provides precise control for collecting various sizes of space rocks and meteorites.

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Planetary Chassis

Mecanum omnidirectional mobility allows seamless traversal and on-the-spot rotation in confined terrains.

Galactic Academy Curriculum

From ground control initialization to fully automated Mars sample retrieval. 9 progressive missions.

Mission 01 / Foundation

Suction Arm Calibration

Initialize mechanical joints and test vacuum pressure via Blockly/Python programming to calibrate the arm for meteorite handling.

Mission 02 / Mobility

Rover Surface Navigation

Execute myAGV telemetry control and basic path planning to maneuver safely around simulated Martian terrain obstacles.

Mission 03 / Engineering

Spatial Kinematics Analysis

Calculate DH parameters to master spatial movement, crucial for positioning the suction nozzle accurately over rock surfaces.

Mission 04 / Capstone

Full System Automation

Integrate ROS architecture, vision, SLAM, and suction-rover collaboration for a fully autonomous "Base-to-Mine" meteorite return operation.

Autonomous Meteorite Collection Workflow

Experience the complete execution cycle of extraterrestrial sample acquisition using vacuum suction technology.

Identifying space meteorites

01 / Identify Rocks

The Astra Pro 2 depth camera scans the planetary surface, utilizing OpenCV algorithms to identify small space meteorites and determine the optimal flat surface coordinates for suction cup engagement.

Suction pump engaging meteorite

02 / Suction Grab

Guided by visual coordinates, the 6-DOF arm positions its suction pump end-effector over the target. The vacuum is engaged, securely adhering to the meteorite's surface for lifting.

Placing meteorite into rover bay

03 / Place & Transport

The arm moves the meteorite to the rover's secure transport bay. The suction pressure is released, gently depositing the sample for safe transport back to base.

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