WE ARE INNOVATORS & DREAMERS
WE ARE RSX

ABOUT US

Robotics for Space Exploration (RSX) is the University of Toronto Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering’s affiliated Mars Rover design team.

We design, build, and compete with Mars Rovers in international competitions, such as the University Rover Challenge, European Rover Challenge, and Canadian International Rover Challenge.

RSX was formed in 2013 by passionate roboticists, space enthusiasts, and undergraduate students. RSX challenges students to be innovative, striving to push boundaries in extraterrestrial exploration. We encourage students to learn about, experiment with, and develop proficiency in engineering technology, and promote growth through hands-on experience.

For us, the sky is not the limit – it’s just in the way.

WHAT WE DO

Innovate

Our technical subteams tackle missions such as in-situ life-detection testing, autonomous navigation and equipment servicing, not unlike the operations of the NASA rovers currently on Mars. RSX members learn how to use industry standard softwares such as Altium, SOLIDWORKS, Gazebo and ANSYS, gaining technical expertise in areas such as artificial intelligence, electrical board design, or robot simulation.

Educate

RSX promotes STEM education amongst youth, giving back to the community and paying the deed forward. Our outreach initiatives, including the annual robotics challenges, SEEK and SEEK Jr, give students the opportunity to learn more about the engineering design process, and learn about robotics in a hands-on environment.

Compete

RSX proudly represents the University of Toronto at various international competitions, including the University Rover Challenge, European Rover Challenge, and Canadian International Rover Challenge.

Collaborate

RSX works regularly with a variety of organizations throughout the year, whether it be with sponsors to fund research and development of the rover, or high schools to coordinate hackathons.

Catch us at Nite Life during F!rosh Week, or the Skule Clubs Fair!

PAST COMPETITIONS

2024

UNIVERSITY ROVER CHALLENGE (URC)

For the first time in six years, our team had the honour of attending the University Rover Challenge in Hanksville, Utah at the Mars Desert Research Station!

Our team encountered new challenges in the field, enduring sweltering heat, completing a demanding 2-kilometer traversal, and more. In the science task, we identified a key topology features and demonstrated our knowledge of extraterrestrial geology, giving us an advantage in the competition.

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JOIN US

Are you a UofT student? Regardless of program, department, or year, you are welcomed at RSX.

With a wide range of subteams, from Marketing to Electrical, Software to Mechanical, there is a place for you and your interests here.

We look forward to seeing what you explore, create, and learn with us!

See which subteams are open to applicants now!

SUPPORT US

CONTACT US

Our sponsors provide the necessary support for us to continue pushing the limits of space exploration!

In return, we express our gratitude through publicity. Our sponsors are always a part of the conversation at conferences, fairs, and competitions.

Take a look at our full sponsorship package for a comprehensive summary of all the benefits to becoming an RSX sponsor!

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out! We are open to collaboration, general inquiries, and anything else you may with to discuss.

ROBOTICS FOR SPACE EXPLORATION

WE ARE INNOVATORS & DREAMERS WE ARE RSX