This week, the Astraeus team performed a final outdoor cleaning test to evaluate the system’s ability to remove Martian regolith simulant...

This week for testing, the Astraeus team focused on validating full-system performance under controlled conditions. Because the team...

The Ultimate Web Dashboard Accessing the Web UI from a Smart Phone This week I finished building what I’d call the ultimate web dashboard...

Data Log v2: Scroll and Notification Upgrade Data Log V2 This week I built version 2 of the data logging system for the rover. The new...

This week, we ran into a problem while working on campus when the left side rocker on the Astraeus rover was damaged. To stay on...

This week, Both I (Mark) and Pedro teamed up for July 4th to build a custom solar panel mounting stand using leftover 2x4s from home. The...

Initial GitHub Commit Initial Commit in Git This week I made the initial commit of our project to GitHub. The codebase is starting to...

This week, I finalized and printed the remaining components for the robotic arm using PETG, including the reinforced shoulder, forearm,...

HuskyLens Data Stream All the data being returned by the huskylens into the terminal This week I created a Python file that pulls data...

Sensor Integration and AI Camera Setup HuskyLens recognizing AprilTag Detecting The ADC as well as the Huskylens This week was all about...

This week I finalized the Astraeus brush module using Roomba-style brushes, custom 3D-printed gearing, and lightweight N20 motors for a compact, synchronized cleaning system.

This week, significant progress was made on the rover’s power and control systems. I completed wiring the power module using 16-gauge...

Motor Movement Test with WASD Control Getting WASD commands to register into the terminal, and using them to move the motors. This week I...

Astraeus Database locally accessible from any device on the same network. This week, I developed a foundational system that allows...

This past week, I completed a rough draft of Chapter 3, including Sections 3.1, 3.1.1, 3.2, and 3.2.1 to reflect current development...

Connecting to the Raspberry Pi with VS Code and SSH This week I set up SSH access to our Raspberry Pi using Visual Studio Code, which has...

This week, I focused entirely on the mechanical integration and final assembly of the robotic arm. After identifying performance...

This week I mainly focused on assembling the main frame of the rover. With the last major structural components printed and fitted, the...

Excavation Rover used by the Australia Team This week I focused on completing the remaining 3D prints for the rover. Midweek I attended...

This week after assembling the initial prototype of the 5-axis arm, I identified a few areas that needed improvement based on fitment,...