The 3D model of the Perseverance rover appeared

Independent researchers from the US explained that the best way to find out how the device works is to

make his model.They were helped in this by software that allows them to do this work using computer modeling. However, this is often not enough - it is better to make a physical model with all the controls.

Scientists noted that they were able to recreate notonly the general principles of the rover, but also the details of what manipulators and devices help to work on Mars. They started the modeling process with a 3D rendering of Perseverance, which is available on the NASA website. They loaded it into the SolidWorks software, and then completed the details of the rover, including just to display it correctly.

Thanks to the model, the researchers were able to find outexactly how the six-wheeled twin bogie design used on the Perseverance and Curiosity looks and functions. At the same time, they found out a fact that was not previously known: the body of the device is suspended from one point of support on each side, and the thrust located on the platform prevents the rotation of the body and provides differential control of the leading carts on both sides of the rover.

The video shows the whole process and 3D printing,necessary for the manufacture of all parts of the model, as well as its assembly. It also shows how the Arduino controlled model is radio controlled. Next, the scientists want to recreate the SCARA 3D printed manipulator and automatic pipe bender.

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