Kayla Dremann

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Kayla Dremann is a pioneering researcher in the field of On-orbit Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing (OSAM), with a specific focus on advancing autonomous robotic systems for spacecraft maintenance. Her work addresses the critical challenge of extending satellite lifespans and enabling sustainable space operations through in-space repair and assembly technologies. Dremann’s most impactful contribution is her comprehensive review of OSAM advancements, which has garnered 8 citations and serves as a foundational resource for researchers and engineers working on autonomous space robotics. In this work, she traces the evolution from the first successful on-orbit repair of the Solar Maximum Mission satellite in 1984 to modern robotic systems. Additionally, Dremann has made notable strides in mobile robotics for space applications, designing and simulating a novel four-legged robot capable of autonomous navigation on spacecraft hulls. This innovative quadruped platform, which has already received 2 citations, overcomes the limitations of fixed robotic infrastructure by enabling versatile, unstructured surface traversal. Her work bridges the gap between terrestrial legged locomotion and the unique challenges of microgravity environments, positioning her as a rising leader in next-generation space robotics.