Yıldız Rover is an interdisciplinary Yıldız Technical University student robotics team developing planetary-rover prototypes through mechanical design, electronics, software, science and autonomous systems. Its fifth-generation OASIS rover was prepared for the 2026 University Rover Challenge. At the 2026 Anatolian Rover Challenge in Ankara, the team placed fifth overall and first among Turkish teams, receiving the Best Astronaut and Best Team Structure awards. Students from 21 departments contribute to the team’s practical design, manufacturing, testing and field-operation work.
Yıldız Rover is an interdisciplinary Yıldız Technical University student robotics team developing planetary-rover prototypes through mechanical design, electronics, software, science and autonomous systems. Its fifth-generation OASIS rover was prepared for the 2026 University Rover Challenge. At the 2026 Anatolian Rover Challenge in Ankara, the team placed fifth overall and first among Turkish teams, receiving the Best Astronaut and Best Team Structure awards. Students from 21 departments contribute to the team’s practical design, manufacturing, testing and field-operation work.