Inspired by NASA’s Mars Perseverance Rover, this project aims to create an autonomous rover that interacts with students on UCI’s campus. The rover will navigate complex terrain autonomously and engage with passersby by distributing flyers through an innovative propulsion system powered by a vacuum pump. As the Lead Mechanical Engineer, I managed a cross-functional team of seven, working closely with the electrical and controls teams to ensure seamless integration..
As Lead Mechanical Engineer, I managed a cross-functional team of six, coordinating with the electrical and controls teams to ensure seamless system integration. The rover's chassis, suspension, and manipulator system were optimized for durability and precision.
With a goal to showcase this project in competition by March 2025, we are refining both functionality and design to deliver a truly interactive and engaging campus experience.
SolidWorks full Assembly
Chassis of Rover
6-wheel drive with a rocker-bogie-inspired suspension, ensuring stability and terrain adaptability.
Chassis constructed from 20x20 aluminum extrusions and HDPE sheets, integrating mounts for a flyer dispenser, robotic arm, and GPS module.
2DOF flyer dispenser with a vacuum-powered end-effector, optimized using MATLAB for efficient flyer distribution.
Servo-driven mechanical slider system enhances adjustability, with limit switches and enclosed gearboxes ensuring precision.
Suspension system developed in SolidWorks, featuring servo motors, in-wheel DC motors, bearings, and carbon fiber rods for durability and articulation.
Advanced mechanical design utilizing CAD modeling andstructural optimization
