A German team of engineers from Google's Lunar Xprize has joined hand with Audi to help them design rover that can drive on the Moon.
The group called Part-Time Scientists with get access to Audi’s signature four-wheel drive technology, lightweight construction expertise, electric mobility and piloted driving for this futuristic venture.
Google's Lunar Xprize competition will award $30 million to the first team that can get a rover to the Moon, drive 500 metres and send an HD video back to Earth. The aim of the contest is to drive scientists and engineers around the globe to develop cheap astronomical vehicles.
"The concept of a privately financed mission to the moon is fascinating," said Luca de Meo, Audi Board Member for Sales and Marketing. "And innovative ideas need supporters that promote them. We want to send a signal with our involvement with the Part-Time Scientists and also motivate other partners to contribute their know-how."
"With Audi we have acquired a strong partner that will bring us a big step forward with its technological and mobility capabilities," added Robert Bohme, founder and head of the Part-Time Scientists. "We look forward to future interaction and a fruitful partnership."
The German team's rover is set to be unveiled in 2017.
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