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The ELO2 consortium will today unveil a prototype of what could be chosen as Australia\u2019s first lunar rover. <\/p>\n

Led by EPE and Lunar Outpost Oceania, ELO2 is one of two consortia chosen by the Australian Space Agency to develop early-stage design concepts for a Moon rover. <\/p>\n

ELO2 Technical Director with Lunar Outpost Oceania Joseph Kenrick said: “Our consortium’s unveiling of the lunar rover prototype is a testament to Australia’s commitment to space exploration. <\/p>

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“This unveiling marks the beginning of an exciting journey and invites every Australian to be part of our nation’s cosmic endeavours.” <\/p>\n

The consortium is working on the project under the Australian Space Agency\u2019s Moon to Mars Trailblazer program which aims to land the rover on the Moon as part of a future NASA Artemis mission later this decade. <\/p>\n

If selected for the mission, on the Moon\u2019s surface, it will be tasked with transporting lunar regolith (Moon soil) to a NASA-run facility for the extraction of oxygen. <\/p>

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The initial prototype focuses on testing chassis and suspension subsystems and features an early design of a collection device and special wheels that will enable the rover to cross the Moon\u2019s challenging terrain. <\/p>\n

Prototyping such as this is an important step in testing designs for continuous improvement; something that is essential in the space industry. <\/p>\n

Beyond transporting regolith, the rover would autonomously navigate the lunar environment, locate and collect regolith, and is an essential element to enable NASA\u2019s in-situ resource utilisation facility to operate. <\/p>\n

Director of Innovation and Commercialization at EPE Ben Sorensen said: “ELO2 is designing and developing world-leading technology, capitalising on Australia\u2019s strengths, and leveraging Trailblazer funding to develop dual-use critical technologies able to support technology development for AUKUS Pillar II. <\/p>\n

“This initiative extends beyond advancing our space industry; it encompasses critical applications in climate change monitoring, critical mineral sourcing for Earth\u2019s green transition, and remote operations in healthcare. <\/p>\n

“This integrated approach not only benefits our space endeavours but also contributes significantly to vital industries on Earth.\u201d <\/p>\n

Picture: ELO2<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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