The Carl Sagan Memorial Mars Station
Located at The Planetary Society, Pasadena, California, USA
Our Rover
Our rover is modeled to look like Sojourner, but ours has only four wheels. It carries a camera on a fixed mount. For instructions on how to build a rover like ours, check out the "Rocky A" design on The Planetary Society's Build a Better Rover website.
Rover Facts:
| Dimensions | 25 cm X 15 cm X 15 cm | |
| Distance traveled forward in 10 seconds at full power | 35 cm | |
| Angle turned in 10 seconds at full power | 135 degrees | |
| Ground clearance | 0.5 cm | |
| Achievable slope | 10 degrees |
Click here for building instructions for Mars Station Rovers!
- How to use the rover driving control panel
- This is a speedy rover, so it's best to drive at reduced power.
- Drive short distances first until you're used to the terrain.
- If the rover is staring at the sky or appears to be stuck, email rrgtm@planetary.org or call 626-793-5100 to report the problem.
Rover Driving Challenges
- Begin by exploring the alien surface of Mars! Login here!
- Try to map out the location. Where are the rocks?
- Learn about the challenges facing real Mars rover operators!
The Planetary Society's Mars Station project is made possible through a partnership with the LEGO Company. Software developed by Visionary Products Inc. LEGO is a trademark of the LEGO Group. Copyright © 1993-2004 The Planetary Society. All rights reserved. Questions or comments? Email rrgtm@planetary.org