Lunar Terrain Vehicle
Radar Solutions for Lunar Terrain Vehicles
Welcome to Plextek’s Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV) solutions, where we bring you cutting-edge radar solutions for space exploration and surface analysis. Additionally, where we refer to Lunar applications, this can also extend to Martian applications which could be described as “MTV”!
Radar Space Heritage
At Plextek, we specialize in radar design and have developed over 50 radar solutions, from Ultra High Frequency (UHF) to mmWave, in the last 5 years alone. Our expertise lies in creating mission-critical, high-reliability radar systems that have been integral to successful missions.
Lunar Terrain Vehicle Technology
Our mmWave radar technology excels in offering extensive coverage for your LTV, with the critical ability to detect boulders, craters, and other terrain features from a considerable distance.
The integration of our radar sensor with other sensors guarantees complete 360° coverage, streamlining the essential process of hazard detection.
mmWave Radar Solutions at Scale and Pace
- Plextek’s compact, high-performance mmWave radar is ideal for ground surveillance applications.
- With an integrated antenna, transceiver, and signal processing, our radar offers exceptional angular and range resolution.
- The radar can provide extensive detection data through a point cloud visualisation.
Radar Technologies in Action
Our mmWave radar platform can accommodate a wide range of customization including antenna azimuth / elevation beamwidths, transmitted waveform and modulation, transmit power, and data interfaces.
Much of this technology has also been proven out on terrestrial terrain observation and mapping projects.
These successful radar designs by Plextek show our expertise in developing cutting-edge radar solutions with precision and reliability.
Benefits of Radar Sensors
Our radar sensors deliver precise point cloud data and object range data in any lighting condition, and through lunar dust and regolith.
Radar data can be combined with other LTV sensors to provide multi-modal visibility for different mission requirements.
Our mmWave radars are compact and lightweight, facilitating easy integration and into the suite of sensing tools for critical space missions.
Technical Paper – Sensing in Space
Explore the cutting-edge technology of mmWave radar and its impact on space missions in our technical paper “Sensing in Space”. Gain insights into safety and efficiency improvements, customization options, and performance optimization. Stay informed about the latest advancements in space technology.
Your next step
Plextek’s radar solutions are designed to meet the unique challenges of lunar exploration, offering exceptional performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency for your Lunar Terrain Vehicle. If you need exceptional engineering for space exploration, we can provide the right advanced radar technology for your mission.
“Plextek's advanced radar solutions for Lunar Terrain Vehicles can be customized to meet your application needs. Our track record of successful radar designs and commitment to innovation make us the ideal partner for your LTV project. So, get in touch, and let’s explore how our expertise can help you.”
Richard Jacklin
Commercial Lead
