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Deakin Rover Project

Building the Future of Lunar Exploration

Deakin University's student-led rover team competing in the Australian Rover Challenge. Join us as we push the boundaries of space robotics and lunar exploration technology.

Rover Technology

Explore the advanced systems that make our lunar rover capable of navigating the challenging lunar environment.

Suspension

Advanced suspension system designed for lunar terrain navigation with independent wheel control and shock absorption.

2026 Goals

Our 25+ student team will spend 6 months developing systems to achieve 315+ points across all competition tasks.

315+
Total Points
25+
Students
6
Months

Competition Tasks

2026

Critical Design Review

20 pts
2026

Systems Acceptance Review

50 pts
2026

Post-Landing

80 pts
2026

Space Resources

25 pts
2026

Excavation and Construction

70 pts
2026

Mapping and Autonomous

70 pts

Our 2025 Supporters

Thank you to the organizations and individuals who made our first competition possible. Your support helped us turn an ambitious idea into reality.

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Join Our 2026 Mission

Partner with us to advance space robotics education and innovation.

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