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Thomas Obermeier is a leading figure in space robotics, whose work is pivotal to the exploration of the Martian moons. His primary research focuses on the development of robust locomotion and manipulation systems for extreme off-world environments. As a key contributor to the Martian Moons eXploration (MMX) mission, a joint JAXA, CNES, and DLR endeavor, Obermeier has tackled the formidable challenges of designing a rover for the low-gravity, rugged terrain of Phobos. His most cited work, "MMX - Development of a Rover Locomotion System for Phobos" (2020, 21 citations), details this groundbreaking engineering feat, while his 2019 paper on the unique constraints of roving on Phobos (12 citations) further establishes his expertise in this niche. Earlier in his career, Obermeier contributed to the "Spacehand" project (2005, 7 citations), a multi-fingered robotic hand designed to assist astronauts, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to advancing autonomous systems for space. Through these achievements, Obermeier is directly shaping humanity's first mobile robotic exploration of another planet's moon.