Abstract: A drill, a chuck and a method operating the drill in extraterrestrial environments is disclosed. The drill includes a percussive powerhead having a percussion motor, cam assembly, and a hammer section. An auger assembly is provided having a motor. A hammer assembly is provided. A chuck assembly is provided. A drill tool is coupleable to the powerhead. The drill tool includes a plurality of external flutes. An internal bore is configured to collect a sample. A first stem is provided having a toothed distal end having a bit and a proximal end having an opening with internal threads configured to allow attachment of a second drill tool without interrupting the internal bore or the external flutes.

Abstract: A vacuum sealable container for securing and transporting extraterrestrial samples includes a container body and a lid detachably coupled to the container body, the lid selectively hermetically sealing the container body. The lid is threadedly coupled to the container body and includes at least one grip feature and at least one seal positioned between the lid and the container body when the lid is attached to the container body.

Abstract: A vacuum sealable container for securing and transporting extraterrestrial samples includes a container body and a lid assembly detachably coupled to the container body, the lid assembly selectively hermetically sealing the container body. The lid assembly includes a cap member defining a plurality of lid tabs corresponding to the plurality of flange tabs, and a plurality of cam bolts received through the plurality of lid tabs, the plurality of cam bolts each including a respective cam extension. The plurality of cam bolts selectively pull the cap member toward the container body when tightened.

Abstract: A vacuum sealable container for securing and transporting extraterrestrial samples includes a container body and a lid assembly detachably coupled to the container body, the lid assembly selectively hermetically sealing the container body. The lid assembly includes an input shaft configured to receive a rotational input; a worm gear assembly connected to the input shaft; an output shaft coupled to the worm gear assembly. The worm gear assembly moves a claw member along an axial direction with respect to the lid assembly.

Abstract: A vacuum sealable container for securing and transporting extraterrestrial samples includes a container body and a lid assembly detachably coupled to the container body, the lid assembly selectively hermetically sealing the container body. The container includes a clamp assembly rotatably coupled to the container body between an open position and a closed position with respect to the lid assembly. The clamps assembly selectively pushes the cap member toward the container body when tightened.

Abstract: A vacuum sealable container for securing and transporting extraterrestrial samples includes a container body defining a plurality of flange tabs and a lid assembly detachably coupled to the container body, the lid assembly selectively hermetically sealing the container body. The lid assembly includes a cap member defining a plurality of lid tabs corresponding to the plurality of flange tabs, and a plurality of locking bolts received through the plurality of lid tabs. The plurality of locking bolts selectively pull the cap member toward the container body when tightened.

Abstract: A vacuum sealable container for securing and transporting extraterrestrial samples includes a container body and a lid assembly detachably coupled to the container body, the lid assembly selectively hermetically sealing the container body. The lid assembly includes an input shaft configured to receive a rotational input; a planetary gearbox including a sun gear fixed to the input shaft and at least one planetary gear configured to receive a torque input via the sun gear; an output shaft coupled to the at least one planetary gear; and a locking assembly coupled with the output shaft. The lid assembly includes a handle member to provide rotational force to the input shaft.

Abstract: A vacuum sealable container for securing and transporting extraterrestrial samples includes a container body and a lid assembly detachably coupled to the container body, the lid assembly selectively hermetically sealing the container body. The lid assembly includes an input shaft configured to receive a rotational input; a planetary gearbox including a sun gear fixed to the input shaft and at least one planetary gear configured to receive a torque input via the sun gear; an output shaft coupled to the at least one planetary gear; and a locking assembly coupled with the output shaft.

Abstract: A vacuum sealable container for securing and transporting extraterrestrial samples includes a container body and a lid assembly detachably coupled to the container body, the lid assembly selectively hermetically sealing the container body. The lid assembly includes at least one plunger assembly configured to press the lid assembly onto the container body in response to a rotational input. A removable handle member is attached to the at least one plunger assembly to provide the rotational input.

Abstract: A vacuum sealable container for securing and transporting extraterrestrial samples includes a container body and a lid assembly detachably coupled to the container body, the lid assembly selectively hermetically sealing the container body. The lid assembly includes an input shaft configured to receive a rotational input; a planetary gearbox including a sun gear fixed to the input shaft and at least one planetary gear configured to receive a torque input via the sun gear; an output shaft coupled to the at least one planetary gear; and a locking assembly coupled with the output shaft. The container may further include a locking assembly operably coupled with the lid assembly.

Abstract: A vacuum sealable container for securing and transporting extraterrestrial samples includes a container body and a lid assembly detachably coupled to the container body, the lid assembly selectively hermetically sealing the container body. The lid assembly includes an input shaft configured to receive a rotational input; a planetary gearbox including a sun gear fixed to the input shaft and at least one planetary gear configured to receive a torque input via the sun gear; an output shaft coupled to the at least one planetary gear; and a locking assembly coupled with the output shaft. The container further includes at least one torque reaction component extending from the container body.

Abstract: A vacuum sealable container for securing and transporting extraterrestrial samples includes a container body and a lid assembly detachably coupled to the container body, the lid assembly selectively hermetically sealing the container body. The lid assembly includes an input shaft configured to receive a rotational input; a planetary gearbox including a sun gear fixed to the input shaft and at least one planetary gear configured to receive a torque input via the sun gear; an output shaft coupled to the at least one planetary gear; and a locking assembly coupled with the output shaft. The container may further include a lead screw to press the lid assembly into the container body.

Abstract: A vacuum sealable container for securing and transporting extraterrestrial samples includes a container body including a flange, a lid assembly detachably coupled to the container body, the lid assembly selectively hermetically sealing the container body, and a gearbox operably coupled with the lid assembly. The gearbox includes a harmonic drive to increase a sealing force between the lid assembly and the container body when the lid is tightened to the container body.

Abstract: A vacuum sealable container for securing and transporting extraterrestrial samples and a method of securing an extraterrestrial sample is provided. The vacuum sealable container includes a container body and a lid assembly. The lid assembly is connectable to the container body configured to selectively form a hermetic two-way seal between the container body and the lid assembly. A locking mechanism is situated on an end of the lid assembly opposite the container body, the locking mechanism configured to secure the lid assembly to the container body, forming the seal.

Abstract: A vacuum sealable container for securing and transporting extraterrestrial samples includes a container body and a lid assembly detachably coupled to the container body, the lid assembly selectively hermetically sealing the container body. The lid assembly includes an input shaft configured to receive a rotational input; a planetary gearbox including a sun gear fixed to the input shaft and at least one planetary gear configured to receive a torque input via the sun gear; an output shaft coupled to the at least one planetary gear; and a locking assembly coupled with the output shaft.

Abstract: A vacuum sealable container for securing and transporting extraterrestrial samples includes a container body including a flange, a lid assembly detachably coupled to the container body, the lid assembly selectively hermetically sealing the container body, and a flange clamp selectively positioned around the container body and the lid assembly. The flange clamp is tightened to seal the lid assembly to the container body by transmitting a radial load into an axial sealing force.

Abstract: A vacuum sealable container for securing and transporting extraterrestrial samples includes a container body and a lid assembly detachably coupled to the container body, the lid assembly selectively hermetically sealing the container body. The lid assembly includes an input shaft configured to receive a rotational input; a planetary gearbox including a sun gear fixed to the input shaft and at least one planetary gear configured to receive a torque input via the sun gear; an output shaft coupled to the at least one planetary gear; and a locking assembly coupled with the output shaft.

Abstract: The embodiments disclosed herein relate to various medical device components, including components that can be incorporated into robotic and/or in vivo medical devices. Certain embodiments include various modular medical devices for in vivo medical procedures.

Abstract: The embodiments disclosed herein relate to various medical device components, including components that can be incorporated into robotic and/or in vivo medical devices. Certain embodiments include various modular medical devices for in vivo medical procedures.

Abstract: A sample collection system for an extraterrestrial vehicle and method of operating is provided. The system includes an inlet conduit configured to receive a gas stream. A chamber having an inlet is fluidly coupled to the inlet conduit, the inlet and chamber configured to induce cyclonic flow. A container is removably disposed within the chamber, the container having a first opening fluidly coupled to the inlet and an outlet. An exhaust conduit is fluidly coupled to the outlet. A filter is disposed between the exhaust conduit and the chamber.