Image datasets for autonomous planetary landing algorithm development

Abstract

This paper describes the acquisition of a collection of representative image datasets for use in the development of autonomous planetary descent and landing navigation systems. These datasets were recently obtained using the VISILAB test-bench at ESA-ESTEC in The Netherlands, and represent realistic powered descent trajectories over a Lunar-type surface, but can also be relevant to a wide range of other mission types. The datasets will be made available upon request for research purposes by the academic community.