Modular UGV carrier platform JANUS and mission-specific robotics systems from Aachen.
CRoSS GbR – Creative Robotic Systems & Solutions
Liebigstraße 26, 52070 Aachen · GermanyNew on Amplifa
About CRoSS
CRoSS (Creative Robotic Systems & Solutions) is a robotics company from Aachen that develops mobile robotics systems for demanding terrestrial missions. At the core is the modular UGV carrier platform JANUS, which emerged in the context of Mars swarm exploration as a test platform for planetary exploration vehicles. The platform, with a rover mass of approx. 125 kg and a payload class of up to approx. 150 kg, features four individually driven wheels, a free central joint for continuous ground contact and speeds of up to approx. 10 km/h; operated remotely controlled, with prepared autonomy. Via standardized mechanical, electrical and digital interfaces, the base platform becomes a mission-specific system: integration of sensors (EO/IR, LiDAR, radar, acoustic, geophysical), communications (radio, mesh, satcom, C2) as well as autonomy functions such as SLAM, follow-me and multi-robotics. Application modules include PRISM (perimeter & critical infrastructure), PHOENIX (fire & emergency), ARGUS (UXO exploration), SPECTRE (defense), SUPPORT (logistics) and INDUSTRY (inspection). The technological foundation is based on more than 15 years of experience in system development, more than five space and exploration platforms, and over 100 developed systems, demonstrators and special solutions.
- Site
- Aachen
- Processes
- Modular UGV carrier platform (JANUS), Sensor integration (EO/IR, LiDAR, radar, acoustic, geophysical), Communications integration (radio, mesh, satcom, C2), Autonomy stack (SLAM, follow-me, multi-robotics), Mission module / payload integration, Development of systems, demonstrators and special solutions
- Materials
- Modular UGV carrier platform JANUS, Autonomy stack, Communications integration, Sensor suite
- Industries
- Defense, Security / critical infrastructure, Fire services / disaster control, Environment / UXO exploration, Industry / inspection and infrastructure, Logistics
- 01
System development & engineering
- 02
Manufacturing of the carrier platform
- 03
Payload & sensor integration
- 04
Communications integration
- 05
Autonomy stack
- 06
Testing & commissioning
Technology & Integration
Modular UGV carrier platform JANUS
Carrier platform with four driven wheels and a free central joint for high traction.
Autonomy stack
SLAM, assistance functions, follow-me and multi-robotics for autonomous operations.
Communications integration
Radio, mesh, satcom and C2 integration for robustness in the field.
Sensor suite
EO/IR, LiDAR, radar, acoustic and geophysical sensors for a wide range of mission profiles.
Locations
Aachen
DECompany headquarters, development & system integration
- Part weight / size
- Rover mass approx. 125 kg, payload up to approx. 150 kg
- JANUS UGV platform (4 driven wheels, free central joint)
Systems & Modules
Inside the production
Industries
1 Anlagen & Maschinen
| Machine | Manufacturer / model | Quantity | Working area | Year built | Site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UGV carrier platform (modular rover) | CRoSS (Creative Robotic Systems & Solutions) JANUS UGV | – | Rover mass approx. 125 kg, payload class up to approx. 150 kg, 4 individually driven wheels, free | – | Aachen, Germany |
Additional services
History
JANUS was developed in the context of Mars swarm exploration as a test platform for planetary exploration vehicles; technological foundation from 15+ years of experience in system development, 5+ space/exploration platforms, 100+ developed systems
- 2025
Missions/application modules including PRISM, PHOENIX, ARGUS, SPECTRE, SUPPORT, INDUSTRY (as per website; year not explicitly documented)