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"NASA's Goal: Deploying Humanoid Robots for Space Missions"
science-and-technology2 years ago

"NASA's Goal: Deploying Humanoid Robots for Space Missions"

NASA is developing humanoid robots like Valkyrie and partnering with companies such as Apptronik to explore how these robots could be used in space to perform dangerous and repetitive tasks, freeing up human astronauts for more complex activities. Valkyrie is designed to operate in environments damaged by natural disasters, while Apptronik's Apollo robot is being developed for tasks on Earth such as warehouse and manufacturing work, with the potential for space applications in the future. These robots are intended to complement human efforts, not replace them, by handling the "dull, dirty and dangerous work."

"Advancing the Final Frontier: Humanoid Robots in Space"
science-and-technology2 years ago

"Advancing the Final Frontier: Humanoid Robots in Space"

NASA's humanoid robot Valkyrie, designed for operations in challenging environments, could be adapted for space missions to handle hazardous tasks, thereby allowing astronauts to focus on exploration. NASA is collaborating with robotics companies like Apptronik, which is developing a humanoid robot named Apollo for industrial tasks, to understand how terrestrial robots could transition to space. These robots are expected to have greater endurance and adaptability, with the potential to operate in space in the future.