Claw like Device Attached to a Remote Controlled Rover (IMAGE)

University of California - San Diego

Claw like Device Attached to a Remote Controlled Rover

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The device was attached to a remote-controlled small rover. The researchers first tested the claw on beach sand, where it performed well. They then used the claw on sand that simulates Martian soil in density and humidity (or lack thereof). The device was able to scoop up sand efficiently.

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Jacobs School of Engineering/UC San Diego

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