A Low-Gravity Tracked Rover for Titan: Traction, Drive Power and Energy per Kilometre

This study sizes the Titan surface system named in its title for operation in the Titan surface environment, and reports the result as SIMULATED, NOT MEASURED. The design is developed from stated physical relations and a shared environmental basis, and every performance figure is computed by the deposited script rather than asserted. Among the computed results are vehicle weight on Titan of 608 newtons, rolling resistance on level ground of 48.7 newtons, cruise drive power of 26 watts. Mass and power budgets are assembled from components so that they can be audited, off-design behaviour and materials uncertainty are discussed openly, and the limits of the sizing are stated in full. The rover is a civilian science vehicle carrying cameras, spectrometers and sample tools between station sites; it is an exploration and logistics vehicle only, with no application beyond peaceful surface work.