Abstract Space telescopes have been instrumental in enlightening our understanding of the
universe, from the iconic Hubble Space Telescope to specialized instruments like Chandra …

Abstract Robotics, Automation, and Autonomous Systems form the cornerstone for ambitious
large-scale in-orbit missions. However, the harsh space environment presents unique …

On-orbit assembly of ultra-large space structures serves as the technological foundation for
future space missions including high-capacity space-based communications, high-precision …

Impedance-controlled robots are widely used on Earth to perform interaction-rich tasks and
will be a key enabler for In-Space Servicing, Assembly and Manufacturing (ISAM) activities …

The ESA MIRROR project deals with a modular multi-arm installation robot to address the
challenge of in space assembly of modular structures. This paper deals with the design of a …

Future space applications require the assembly of large structures in orbit. This can only be
achieved by using autonomous robotic systems able to handle repetitive tasks with heavy …

In the last two decades, robotized On-Orbit Servicing (OOS) missions are increasingly
gaining importance. OOS addresses the maintenance of satellites in orbit, including …

Space robotics require high-precision autonomous control technologies to meet the
demands of On-Orbit Servicing (OOS) applications. In such scenarios, robotic manipulators …

Future space applications require the assembly of large structures in orbit. This can only be
achieved by using autonomous robotic systems able to handle repetitive tasks with heavy …

It is a promising way to construct large-scale space structures, such as large antennas or
space telescopes after the modular units of space structures are launched in a stacked …