Guided Recovery
BUBO was developed as part of a bachelor thesis with one core mission: to demonstrate that a fully controllable parachute system can be integrated directly into a rocket nosecone.
Traditional recovery systems rely on passive parachutes, meaning the final landing point is largely determined by wind and flight dynamics rather than intention. As a result, rockets often land unpredictably - sometimes far from the launch site, in difficult terrain, or in areas that are unsafe or inaccessible. This not only complicates recovery efforts but also increases the risk of losing valuable hardware and flight data.
BUBO changes that. Through its integrated control system, BUBO enables guided descent and precise landing within a defined target zone. The system successfully proved that active parachute steering within the limited geometry of a nosecone is not only feasible but reliable.
Beyond its successful demonstration, BUBO now serves as a foundation for future guided recovery systems, paving the way toward safer, more efficient, and more sustainable rocket operations within ASTG.
