Guest Lecture: Mars Rover Engineering

Guest Lecture Event

BEARS is thrilled to host Dr. Sarah Chen, a leading engineer from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, for an exclusive talk on Mars rover engineering.

About the Speaker

Dr. Sarah Chen has been instrumental in developing autonomous navigation systems for the latest generation of Mars rovers. With over 15 years of experience in planetary robotics, she brings invaluable insights into the challenges and innovations of extraterrestrial exploration.

Lecture Topics

• Autonomous Navigation: How rovers navigate the Martian terrain without real-time human control
• Power Systems: Managing energy resources in extreme environments
• Communication Challenges: Dealing with signal delays and limited bandwidth
• Future Missions: What’s next for Mars exploration

Event Information

Date: February 10, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location: Engineering Building, Auditorium A RSVP: Limited seating available - register early!

This is a unique opportunity to learn from one of the leading experts in planetary robotics and ask questions about careers in space exploration.