Watch this bio-inspired Mars rover concept 'swim' through sand on curved wheels (video)
Researchers at the German Aerospace Center are developing a bio-inspired Mars rover called VaMEx that uses curved wheels to 'swim' through sand. The design mimics the movement of a desert sandfish to improve navigation across the challenging, loose terrain of the Valles Marineris canyon.
Why it matters
Innovative locomotion techniques are essential for future planetary exploration, as traditional wheel designs often struggle with the soft, sandy surfaces found on Mars.
Watch this bio-inspired Mars rover concept 'swim' through sand on curved wheels (video) | Space
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