Rover Rocker-Bogie Suspension Simulation
Simulation of a rover with rocker-bogie suspension over rough terrain.
We designed a low-detail Mars Perseverance/Curiosity–style rover in SolidWorks and used it to benchmark mobility performance in ADAMS simulations. The rover was tested on uneven terrain under Mars-gravity conditions, allowing us to analyze the passive dynamics of the rocker-bogie suspension with wheel-only actuation. Through this project, we gained insight into how the suspension design maintains stability and traction over rough surfaces—capabilities that are essential for planetary exploration rovers.
Design of the rover with rocker-bogie suspension (left) and its technical drawing (right).
Close-up of the rocker-bogie suspension design.