[TC5] Mars Rover

[mescalinum]

Hello,

here is my attempt in making a C model of 8264 (released in 2009, 565 pieces):

It is a Mars exploration rover, vaguely inspired by NASA's Curiosity Rover, but (tadaaa!) in yellow color.

Features:

- 6 wheels with articulated links similar to NASA's Curiosity Rover

- two functions for the arm: lift and pan

- arm lift controlled by motor

- easily accessible motor control on the back side

- arm pan lever accessible from underside

Picture:

Part count: ~460

Detailed pictures will follow... stay tuned!

Update: entry submitted!

Lego Digital Designer model:

I will upload it soon as soon as I will resolve a problem with a parallel linkage problem.

Edited November 28, 2014 by mescalinum

[Kelkschiz]

Nice idea, have you thought about tireless wheels?

[mescalinum]

yes, but I don't like the wheel/vehicle size ratio of tireless wheels for this MOC.

I've done this in another MOC, using 22969 but it's not eligible for this contest

Edited November 4, 2014 by mescalinum

[Zerobricks]

What an original idea. So when the claws close the arm is also lifted?

[JGW3000]

Too bad you couldn't work out a rocker-boogie system like on the real rover, and Cuusoo model. Otherwise, great job.

[mescalinum]

On each side, only the rear link is "real". The other link is fixed to the body. You can see it from the photo, in which the link adapts to the terrain.

Unfortunately the 8264 didn't have the require parts to make complex mechanisms. For example, it only has 1 gear 8T and one turntable.

[zux]

What a great model, love the space theme implemented in Technic.

[Dapper-D2]

It is neat, but I don't think the motor is allowed for the contest.

[zux]

It is neat, but I don't think the motor is allowed for the contest.

Is is not allowed as a separate set, but it is fine if motor is included in a set of 600 parts or less.

Edited November 4, 2014 by zux

[Doc_Brown]

Pretty sweet, I like the use of the motor.

[Jim]

Is is not allowed as a separate set, but it is fine if motor is included in a set of 600 parts or less.

True. This is perfectly fine.

And wow, what a great idea. As a space-and-everything-that-has-to-do-with-it-enthusiast I am very pleased with the entry.

I do like to see a picture with tireless rims. to convince us it's not the best solution. Tires on a Mars rover simply doesn't make sens.

[mescalinum]

Here how it looks without tires:

Which one do you like the most?

[darsedz]

for me without tires looks better... nice and funny creation

[Good old Lego builder]

A very nice idea, well executed!

[MajklSpajkl]

Good job, you improved the visuals and functions alot!