A rover is a type of unmanned vehicle designed to explore and navigate surfaces that are difficult for humans to reach. Here are a couple of contexts where the term “rover” is commonly used:

1. Space Exploration: Rovers are robotic vehicles sent to other planets or moons to conduct scientific research and gather data. Examples include NASA’s Mars rovers, like Curiosity and Perseverance, which explore the Martian surface and send back information to Earth.

2. All-Terrain Vehicles: Rovers can also refer to vehicles designed for off-road or rugged terrain exploration on Earth, often used in adventure sports or for surveying remote areas.

In both cases, rovers are equipped with various tools and sensors to perform their tasks autonomously or with remote control.