PARIS, 18-Jul-2025 — /EPR AEROSPACE NEWS/ — HTR launches its patented elastic‑metal wheels—now sold worldwide—to simulate true lunar rover performance on Earth, according to a press release published on EuropaWire. Engineered since 2016 and protected by global patents, these all‑metal wheels withstand the Moon’s –180 °C to +130 °C temperature swings and intense radiation.
After four design generations and over 1,000 km of testing in fine basaltic simulant, HTR guarantees reliable operation within specified load limits. Researchers designing or simulating planetary rovers can accurately assess traction, slippage, and suspension dynamics—insights impossible with rubber or plastic alternatives.
Available in two sizes for test rigs weighing 50–150 kg (equivalent to 300–900 kg on the Moon), full specs and installation guides are at www.htr.gr or through resellers like Roboshop. Low pricing and worldwide patents protect the design, while HTR offers ongoing technical support.
About HTR
Based in Central Greece, HTR specializes in all‑metal flexible wheels for extreme environments, delivering the first flight‑ready lunar wheel models to the global research community.
SOURCE: EuropaWire
