Description
Lunar and Planetary Rovers provides an in-depth examination of the mobile robotic vehicles that have transformed space exploration. Anthony Young explores the engineering principles, technological innovations, and operational strategies behind rovers from the earliest Soviet Lunokhod missions to modern Mars rovers like Curiosity and Perseverance.
The book covers essential topics including rover design constraints, propulsion systems, navigation technologies, power generation, thermal management, and scientific instrumentation. Young combines historical context with technical detail, explaining how each generation of rovers built upon previous achievements while adapting to unique planetary environments.
Ideal for engineers, scientists, and space enthusiasts, this authoritative reference examines the critical role rovers play in planetary science, resource exploration, and human mission preparation. The work provides valuable insights into the challenges of operating autonomous vehicles on distant worlds and the innovations driving future deep space exploration.
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