The Nova Rover Team utilises the annual University Rover Challenge (URC) in Utah, USA as a vehicle to develop new skills, innovate technologies, and promote the opportunities of STEM-based courses and careers. Many Australian university students are interested in space development, but there are few avenues in Australia to explore this passion. Our team is dedicated to the advancement of space technology and developing new solutions to old problems, where our research and development show strong potential for patent opportunities.