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The Rover Department focuses on designing, building, and testing mobile robotic platforms for exploration, navigation, and field operations. Our rover teams work on mechanical design, autonomy, control systems, sensor integration, and real‑world testing, giving students hands‑on experience with robotics in outdoor environments. Rovers are one of our most multidisciplinary activities, bringing together engineering, computer science, physics, and project management.
Olympus Rover Trials
Olympus Rover Trials
ORT is a beginner‑friendly rover competition where teams build a small rover to complete tasks like navigation, obstacle traversal and simple autonomy. It’s ideal for new members who want to learn the fundamentals of robotics, mechanical design and control systems while working on a manageable, structured project.
Lunabotics UK
Lunabotics UK
Lunabotics UK is a larger, more advanced project focused on lunar‑style excavation and materials handling. The rover must dig, collect and transport simulated regolith, requiring stronger mechanical systems, more complex control, and robust testing. It’s perfect for students looking for a bigger engineering challenge with real‑world terrain interaction.
Why Rover Projects Are Great for Students
Why Rover Projects Are Great for Students
Working in the Rover Department gives students:
practical experience with robotics and autonomous systems
exposure to real engineering constraints and field testing
teamwork and leadership opportunities
a portfolio of tangible, demonstrable hardware
skills directly relevant to careers in robotics, aerospace, automotive, and research
Rover projects are highly engaging, multidisciplinary, and offer a rare chance to build machines that move, think, and operate in the real world.
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