"Astronaut Commands Earthbound Robot from ISS in Mars Mission Simulation"

International Space Station astronaut Marcus Wandt controlled a four-legged robot named Bert from space, allowing it to explore a simulated planet in Germany. This experiment, part of the Surface Avatar project managed by the German space agency (DLR) and the European Space Agency, aims to develop robots capable of navigating rough terrain on Mars or other planets. The project also explores the effects of time delays on robot control during space missions, with potential applications for future lunar and Martian exploration.