Austrian Space Forum (OeWF)

Behind the scenes in space exploration: my experience at OeWF

Interning at the Austrian Space Forum is more than just a professional experience: it’s a thrilling immersion into the world of space exploration. From Mars analog mission to cutting-edge technology and collaborations with experts from around the world, every day […]

Reflecting on the AMADEE-24 Mars Simulation: Challenges and Triumphs

On 10 March 2024, the AMADEE-24 Mars simulation of the Austrian Space Forum (OeWF) was launched in the breathtaking, barren landscapes of Armenia. Over 200 scientists from 26 countries were involved with their equipment, robotic vehicles and experiments. The choice […]

AMADEE-24 Science Series: Ultra-Wideband Sensor Based Localization of a Planetary Rover

Many planetary robotics applications require (semi-)autonomous rover operation for which localization is essential. During the ESA-ESRIC Space Resources Challenge in 2021 and more recently AMADEE-24 in Armenia in March 2024, we put a methodology where a mobile system first distributes […]

AMADEE-24 Science Series: Investigations on the indoor air quality – The IAQ-Habitat Experiment

Investigations on the indoor air quality (IAQ) of spaceships are rare and were mainly performed on the ISS and MIR and are not known from habitats. However, the situation is expected to be comparable with that in stations. Layouts of […]

AMADEE-24 Science Series: The Hort3space Hydroponic System for Life Support

Future space exploration missions, particularly those targeting Mars, will require astronauts to achieve a high degree of self-sufficiency, minimising dependence on Earth-supplied resources. One promising solution to this challenge is the cultivation of food using hydroponic systems, which offer space […]

AMADEE-24 Science Series: The GEOS Experiment – Mapping, Sampling, and Compositional Measurements

During the AMADEE24 mission in Armenia, the GEOS experiment focuses on geologic survey activities at the simulated Martian landing site. GEOS applies classic geological field survey methods to a simulated mission to Mars, drawing on the experience of the lunar […]