DJS Antariksh is the official Martian Rover Team of Dwarkadas J. Sanghvi College of Engineering, Mumbai, India established in 2019-20. The team consists of 60 passionate 2nd and 3rd year undergraduate students from diverse engineering disciplines who are united by a shared mission to push the boundaries of space exploration through innovation. The team's motto, 'To Decipher Unimaginable', embodies its commitment to space exploration. The team aims to represent India at various international competitions like the European Rover Challenge and International Rover Challenge, showcasing its commitment to advancing space exploration by developing cutting-edge autonomous Martian rover technology. The team comprises of five departments: Electronics, Mechanical, Coding, Science, and Marketing, each contributing significantly to both technical and non-technical aspects of its operations. The team comprises of members with expertise across a broad spectrum of fields, including but not limited to Robotics, PCB and Circuit Design, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning, Additive Manufacturing and 3-D Design.

Over the years, we have proudly represented India and secured podium finishes at international competitions like the European Rover Challenge (ERC) and the International Rover Challenge (IRC). We have consistently ranked among the top teams worldwide, demonstrating India's capabilities in space robotics. Our current rover, Avyaan, is the fourth iteration of our design and is the team's entry for the European Rover Challenge 2025. We recently ranked 1st globally in the European Rover Challenge (ERC) 2025 qualification leaderboard, with the finals scheduled to be held in Poland this August. The European Rover Challenge (ERC) is an international competition focused on planetary robotics, where university teams build and operate rovers in Mars-like environments. Organized by the European Space Foundation with guidance from space professionals, ERC tasks are based on real-world industry roadmaps for future space missions. Beyond competition, ERC serves as a platform for engineering education, career development, and STEM outreach, aiming to inspire the next generation of space-focused innovators.

This is the Official Video Material Submission of Team DJS Antariksh for the 11th Edition of the European Rover Challenge, 2025 On-Site Edition. The video showcases our rover Avyaan, its key subsystems, and capabilities designed to address the tasks of ERC 2025. It highlights our technical approach, testing methodology, team structure, and commitment to pushing the boundaries of planetary robotics.

Our custom-designed PCBs are essential to the rover’s power and control systems. They handle power distribution to all critical components, including the onboard microcomputer, sensors, motor drivers, communication modules, and antennas. Each board is designed to efficiently manage voltage regulation ensuring every subsystem receives stable power.

In addition to power, the PCBs also serve as the main communication interface between the microcontroller and various subsystems. They connect to sensors (like IMUs, temperature sensors, and encoders) and motor drivers, allowing real-time control and data acquisition throughout the rover. This also aids in implementing autonomy of the rover.

Finally, these PCBs incorporate key safety features, such as relays and a Battery Management System (BMS), which protect the rover from electrical faults like voltage spikes and ensure safe operation in harsh and unpredictable environments.

Support from PCBWay would be a valuable asset to our team. As students building a highly functional Martian rover from scratch, we often face constraints in terms of time, budget, and access to reliable PCB fabrication. Our rover’s performance heavily depends on custom-designed PCBs that manage everything from motor control and sensor integration to power distribution and camera systems. Delays or compromises in PCB quality can directly impact testing and development cycles.

Having a trusted partner like PCBWay would help us overcome these challenges by giving us access to fast, affordable, and precise PCB manufacturing. This would not only improve the efficiency and reliability of our current rover, Avyaan, but also enhance the learning experience for our electronics and coding teams who handle the complete design and testing process.

Looking ahead, our work extends beyond competitions. We're exploring real-world applications of our rover in fields like nuclear waste management, where rugged and reliable electronics are essential. With PCBWay’s support, we hope to continue innovating, learning, and pushing the limits of student-led robotics on both competitive and practical fronts.

• Space Explorations
• Robotics