Robotics

How are Robots Used in Space Exploration?

Historically, the role of robotics in space exploration has been significant due to the uninhabitable conditions of non-terrestrial planets in the solar system. According to AZO Robotics, a robot is defined as “a self-controlled device consisting of electronic, electrical or mechanical units that can function in place of a living agent.”

Before scientists began sending robots to space, animals such as dogs or monkeys were often sent to complete tasks and conduct experiments in order to increase human knowledge of conditions on other planets and the Moon.

As robotic technology has improved, more of these experiments and tasks have been delegated to robots rather than to living beings; in this way robotics preserves lives. While humans have set foot on the Moon, scientific knowledge of conditions on planets including Mars, Venus, Titan and Jupiter comes almost exclusively from exploration conducted by robots. 

5 Incredible Space Robots Used for Space Exploration and Travel

Space Robot 1: Sputnik 1

Space Robot 2: Mariner 2 and 4

Space Robot 3: Viking 1 and 2

Space Robot 4: Voyager 1 and 2

Space Robot 5: Dextre

By: Mr. SUKHBIR SINGH