Space environment and robotics.

Space Robotics

This report surveys the possible applications and technical feasibility of robots in space. The hture of the space program in the time frame of 1980-2000 is first assessed, including space exploration, globzl infomiation services, and space utilization. Critical technologies needed to wpport die projected space program are considered, including general purpose, remote intelligence and manipulat...

Space robotics

This paper reviews the topic of space robotics. As an introduction, some definitions and the rationale for space robotics are given. The main differences between space and terrestrial robots are highlighted, and it is shown that they are driven by the peculiar environmental, system, and programmatic constraints of space missions. Some common objections against the use of space robotics are ment...

Space Robotics

Chapter 3 Space Robotics

Space robotics is the development of general purpose machines that are capable of surviving (for a time, at least) the rigors of the space environment, and performing exploration, assembly, construction, maintenance, servicing or other tasks that may or may not have been fully understood at the time of the design of the robot. Humans control space robots from either a “local” control console (e...

Bridging the Gap between Space Robotics Research and Robotics Education

The focus of Jet Propulsion Laboratory’s Office of Communication and Education is to engage the public through the implementation of innovative approaches such as informal and formal education methods, science outreach, and research development efforts [1]. One of the direct outcomes of this emphasis is to create a bridge to provide students access to the research and development activities inv...