Explorer-0100: An autonomous next generation Mars rover

In the field of planetary exploration, rovers play a vital role. This paper highlights about the design and development of advanced Mars rover “Explorer-0100”. The rover successfully participated in European Rover Challenge - 2016. The rover can be operated remotely and autonomously in the rough terrain of Mars. It has an operation range of 1 km radius and can perform various tasks assigned to it. This paper discusses the system architecture, power distribution system, communication system, rover control system and components of the rover briefly. Moreover, we have tried to enlist the capability to complete the tasks which have been assigned to it by providing test data set. Finally, we have discussed our progress to use this rover in different aspects of our society. During an earthquake or any other sorts of natural calamity, a smaller version of it can assist human in the rescue operation.