Mars Rover Design Team

Pushing the Boundaries of Mars Exploration since 2012.

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About Us

We are the Missouri S&T Mars Rover Design Team, a dedicated group of students who design, build, and compete with advanced Mars Rovers in the international University Rover Challenge (URC). Our mission is to push the boundaries of engineering and science through hands-on experience, innovation, and teamwork, while inspiring the next generation of explorers.

Key Stats:

  • 2017 URC World Champions
  • 4th Place in 2024 out of 102 teams and 38 finalists
  • 12 Rovers Built
  • 12 Years Competing

Our team is driven by a passion for space exploration and a commitment to excellence. We bring together students from diverse backgrounds to collaborate, innovate, and compete on a global stage.

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Latest News & Updates

Stay up-to-date with the latest activities from the Mars Rover Design Team.

Placing 4th at URC 2024
We are thrilled to announce that our team placed 4th out of 102 teams and 38 finalists at the 2024 University Rover Challenge. This accomplishment reflects the hard work, innovation, and dedication of every team member.
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Rover Reveal 2024
Introducing Hyperion, our 2024 competition rover! With cutting-edge features and a systems all around, Hyperion represents the next step in our journey to push the boundaries of space exploration.
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System Acceptance Review (SAR)
Our 2024 rover, Hyperion, successfully passed the SAR, marking a key milestone on our road to URC. This rigorous testing phase ensures our rover is ready for the challenges ahead.
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Winter 2023 Newsletter
Get the latest updates from our team, including rover development progress, competition preparation, and more.
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Our Rovers

Explore the innovation and technology behind our Mars rovers.

Hyperion (2024)
Our latest rover, designed for the 2024 URC, features cutting-edge autonomy, cartesian arm, and custom spectroscopy capabilities.
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Gryphon (2017)
Our world-champion rover from 2017, Gryphon, set the standard for our team’s future successes and represents our legacy of excellence.
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Our Impact

We don’t just build rovers—we build the future.

Through our education and outreach initiatives, we inspire the next generation of engineers and scientists. From interactive workshops to large-scale events like Space Week, we engage with students and communities, igniting their passion for space exploration and STEM.

Space Week
Space Week is one of our largest outreach events, where we introduce students of all ages to the wonders of space and robotics. From rover demos to hands-on activities, Space Week is an opportunity for us to share our love for space exploration.
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Join Us on Our Journey

Join us as we push the boundaries of space exploration. Whether you’re interested in becoming part of our team, sponsoring our work, or following our progress, you’re helping shape the future of Mars Rovers.