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Applications of Robotics in Space Exploration

by Emma Jackson 1,*
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TET  2020, 7; 2(1), 7; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.tet.20200322
Received: 23 January 2020 / Accepted: 21 February 2020 / Published Online: 22 March 2020
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This paper delves into the multifaceted applications of robotics in the field of space exploration. With the advancement of technology and the increasing interest in exploring the cosmos, robotics has become an indispensable tool for space missions. The use of robots in space exploration offers numerous advantages, including the ability to perform tasks in environments that are inhospitable to humans, the potential for long-duration missions, and the capability to carry out complex operations with precision. This abstract discusses the various roles robotics plays in space missions, from the construction and maintenance of space stations to the exploration of distant planets and celestial bodies. It highlights the achievements made possible by robotic technology and examines the future prospects of incorporating artificial intelligence and advanced sensors into space exploration, promising even more innovative applications.

Keywords: Space exploration, Robotics, Space stations, Artificial intelligence, Celestial bodies.;
Copyright: © 2020 by Jackson. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.

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Jackson, E. Applications of Robotics in Space Exploration. Transactions on Engineering and Technology, 2020, 2, 7. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.tet.20200322
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Jackson E. Applications of Robotics in Space Exploration. Transactions on Engineering and Technology; 2020, 2(1):7. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.tet.20200322
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Jackson, Emma 2020. "Applications of Robotics in Space Exploration" Transactions on Engineering and Technology 2, no.1:7. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.tet.20200322
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Jackson, E. (2020). Applications of Robotics in Space Exploration. Transactions on Engineering and Technology, 2(1), 7. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.tet.20200322

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