What is Herc?

What is Herc?

The primary objective of HERC is for teams of students to design, develop, build, and test human- powered rovers capable of traversing challenging terrain and task tools for completion of various mission tasks.

What is the Herc challenge?

The Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC) is a rigorous, relevant, and continuously evolving activity which engages students in hands-on engineering design related to NASA’s missions. HERC aims to meet established educational objectives and provide continuous program improvement that satisfy the needs of its participants.

What is the Herc Handbook for 2021/2022?

2022 HERC Handbook 7/29/2021 Page 13 of 47 [email protected] www.nasa.gov/herc before proceeding. Drivers will be asked to describe their communication plan to the MSAT and/or another judge before the excursion. Using poles or other devices to propel or push the rover is not allowed. A driver’s use of his

How do I contact the Herc team?

[email protected] www.nasa.gov/herc ALIGNMENT WITH NATIONAL STANDARDS IN ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE The Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC) is a rigorous, relevant, and continuously evolving activity which engages students in hands-on engineering design related to NASA’s missions.