International Space Station Robotics: A Comparative Study of ERA, JEMRMS and MSS

摘要

Robotic manipulators are essential for the construction and maintenance of the International Space Station (ISS). Manipulators will also be used to support experiments, extra-vehicular activity (EVA) and scientific activities onboard the ISS. The Canadian, Japanese and European Space Agencies are developing and delivering ‘robotic arms’, each with a specific role to play over the lifetime of the ISS. Each robotic manipulator has a unique design and task specific characteristics.