Venturi Space has unveiled its latest moon rover, the Mona Luna, designed to reach the moon’s south pole by 2030. The rover boasts a unique battery management system borrowed from the world’s fastest electric motorbike, the Voxan Wattman. This advanced technology enables the Mona Luna to cope with extreme temperatures, intense solar radiation, and potential rough landings.
The ‘hyper-deformable’ wheels, designed to work without atmosphere, are puncture-proof and radiation-resistant like those used in earlier Apollo missions. These new wheels support a massive 2-tonne load, won’t freeze in -240°C temps, and can last over 3,100 miles. The Mona Luna is the third rover in Venturi Space’s range, following the FLIP and Flex, both scheduled to launch with SpaceX in 2026 and 2027.
Venturi Space aims to conquer not only the moon but also Mars, having already made a name for itself in electric vehicles with its record-breaking EV speeds and Formula E team. With its latest lunar mission, the company is taking a significant step towards achieving its ambitious goal of sending a rover to the south pole by 2030.
Key Features:
* Advanced battery management system from Voxan Wattman
* ‘Hyper-deformable’ wheels for extreme terrain
* Puncture-proof and radiation-resistant design
* Supports up to 2-tonne load, withstands -240°C temps, and lasts over 3,100 miles.
Source: https://www.topgear.com/car-news/tech/moon-rover-uses-a-battery-management-system-a-super-fast-e-bike