Frequently Asked Questions :
1) Why use 18 Wheels ? First we determined the most suitable wheel diameter for our project, and then we calculated how many wheels can fit on the frame that would have the usual dimensions of an ATV or snowmobile - the optimal number was 18.
2) Why not use tracks? Any vehicles with tracks violates our whole concept, as they greatly increase unsprung weight, reduce the efficiency of engines, and reduce speed. And with such a design as we have, we possess a potential to give many advantages.
3) What's the idea behind it in the first place, why does it look so weird?
In our initial demo video, the rover looks strange, clumsy, having a very "yawing" nose. That was the first prototype, built only to test our main hypothesis and conduct several tests. In the new pre-production version, the suspension is radically redesigned. An all-wheel steering system has been added in addition to the "tank" turning system, making it extremely maneuverable.
Partner/CEO Morning Walk
1moThanks to Fran Ribas I Marketing Communications Director Automotive and team for being such great partners on this work, our team really enjoys every minute.