The areas of space exploration in which robotic devices will play a part are identified, and progress to date in the space agency plans to acquire this capability is briefly reviewed. Roles and functions on orbit for robotic devices include well known activities, such as inspection and maintenance, assembly, docking, berthing, deployment, retrieval, materials handling, orbital replacement unit exchange, and repairs. Missions that could benefit from a robotic capability are discussed.
Robotics in near-earth space
Cooperative Intelligent Robotics in Space ; 1990 ; Boston, MA, United States
1991-01-01
Conference paper
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English
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