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Robotic Helpers Test New Technology on the Space Station

In science fiction movies, we often see robots zipping around spacecraft performing various tasks. What was once only science fiction has now come to life on the International Space Station (ISS), where NASA’s trio of free-flying robots called Astrobees assist astronauts and conduct valuable research, including many investigations sponsored by the ISS National Laboratory®.

26 Apr 2024

New Space Robotics Capabilities Pave Way for In-Space Servicing

To help the space sector prepare for in-space assembly, manufacturing, and maintenance (ISAM) capabilities, Southwest Research Institute has made investments in new space robotics capabilities.

10 Apr 2024

Quectel Introduces Versatile BG95-S5 NTN Satellite Communication Module

Embedded World - Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, today announces the launch of the Quectel BG95-S5 3GPP non-terrestrial network (NTN) satellite communication module.

From Quectel Wireless Solutions Co., Ltd. 10 Apr 2024

RocketDNA Signs Contract with Calidus Resources for Autonomous xBot® Drone-in-a-Box Solution in Western Australia

Within six months of receiving Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) approval to operate autonomous drone products in Australia, RocketDNA, a global drones-as-a-service provider, has signed its first long-term contract for its xBot® solution with Calidus Resources Limited (Calidus).

27 Mar 2024

Ubotica Unveils CogniSAT-6 Mission: Redefining Earth Observation with Real-Time AI Insights from Space

Ubotica, the leading developer of autonomous SPACE:AI-enabled satellite technology, is set to launch its groundbreaking Live Earth Intelligence mission, CogniSAT-6, in early March. Launching onboard SpaceX's Transporter 10, it will be among the most intelligent and connected missions ever sent to space, featuring breakthrough AI-powered Live Earth Intelligence capabilities for real-time, actionable decision-making.

26 Feb 2024

Autonomous Robotic Arm System Aims to Advance Space Station Robotics

California-based startup GITAI is gearing up to test a novel autonomous robotic arm system on the exterior of the International Space Station (ISS). Called S2, the 1.5-meter (4.9-foot) long pair of mechanical arms launched to the orbiting laboratory in January as part of an ISS National Laboratory®-sponsored technology development project on Northrop Grumman’s 20th Commercial Resupply Services (NG-20) mission.

22 Feb 2024