Multi-Terrain Mastery: LEAP-One Rover Aces Mobility Tests for ERC 2026 and ICARM Publication

Comprehensive field mobility trials validate the rocker-bogie suspension and custom high-traction wheel grousers across gravel, sand, and rock beds.

LEAP-One on the grass outside the Hochschule Schmalkalden building during multi-terrain trials.25 FEB 2026 · Select to enlarge

LEAP-One underwent rigorous mobility trials across diverse simulated Martian terrains, achieving 100% obstacle clearance on 35-degree inclines.

Peer-reviewed robotics research

The kinematic suspension data and traction optimization findings are being compiled for publication at the upcoming ICARM 2026 international robotics conference.