First Motion Milestone: Six-Wheel Drive System Comes to Life!
The HSM Aries Space team has reached another major milestone on our rover’s journey from concept to reality! This week, our team successfully tested the CAN adapter with six ODrives using ROS commands — achieving full calibration and coordinated motion for all six wheels for the very first time. The integration marks a crucial step […]
First publication submitted to ICRA 2026
Team Submits Paper to ICRA 2026. LEAPOne rover concept enters the global robotics stage.
From Vision to Machine: Rover Fully Assembled
LEAP-ONE is now fully manufactured and assembled—precision parts from Boehm Group and final 3D-printed wheels complete the platform. After months of design and testing, the rover moves from concept to mission-ready hardware. The team prepares for dynamic trials to validate performance, durability, and payload integration.
Welcoming Fresh Talent: New Members Joins the Rover Team
After a competitive selection process, HSMAries welcomed 10 new members to the rover team. Carefully shortlisted from strong applicants, these student engineers bring mechanical, electrical and software skills, fresh perspectives, and a 30-day action focus to speed the LEAP-ONE project from bench to field.
Shaping the Path Ahead: Final Rover Wheels 3D-Printed After Iterations and Team Discussions
After multiple iterations and load tests, the team finalized the LEAP-ONE wheel design. Test prints proved traction and durability; Vighnesh then produced the final 3D-printed wheels. This marks a critical mobility milestone as the rover prepares for field trials, with a robust wheelset ready to handle rough terrain and real-world testing.
Powering Up: Rover Electronics Successfully Tested
Under Harsha and electrical lead Ayan, the team validated ODrive S1 motor controllers, hub motors, battery modules, relays, and the emergency stop system. Early trials showed smooth motor response and stable power delivery. With safety systems confirmed, the rover moves into dynamic testing where control, power, and fail-safes will be stress-tested for field readiness.
Building the Future: Boehm Company Joins Forces with Students for Rover Innovation
Boehm Group GmbH in Zella-Mehlis sponsors materials and machining for the LEAP-ONE rover, providing professional-grade fabrication and hands-on mentorship. This industry collaboration accelerates prototype durability and assembly, lets students learn industry processes, and helps the team document build steps as parts move toward integration and upcoming field tests.
Our Pitch Succeeds: Boehm Group GmbH Joins as Rover Manufacturing Sponsor
After a successful pitch at Boehm Group GmbH in Zella-Mehlis, Boehm agreed to sponsor materials and machining for the LEAP-ONE rover. This sponsorship validates our design and brings professional fabrication capacity to the project, letting the team move from prototype parts to precision-manufactured assemblies and accelerate toward integration and field testing.
Design Complete: Rover Structure Ready for Manufacturing
After months of prototyping and iteration, the team has finalized the rover’s structural design—optimised for strength, weight, and manufacturability. With designs signed off, parts will move to precision machining at Boehm Group in Zella-Mehlis. This milestone moves the project from CAD into physical production and assembly.
Aries.space Website Development Kicks Off
Development of the Aries.space website is underway. The new digital hub will showcase HSMAries projects (including the LEAP Series), publish mission updates, and host resources for students and collaborators. Expect behind-the-scenes content, progress reports, and a user-friendly launch that brings our student-driven space work into one public home.
