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Space robotics enables humankind to pioneer the exploration and utilization of space. This article gives a general introduction to the science and technology of space robotics. First, the article defines space robotics, introduces some fundamental concepts and lists its foundational disciplines. Then, a key mathematical model is presented. Finally, a survey of the state of the art is given, together with a perspective on future developments and pointers to additional information. This article was written as a self-contained introduction. It is directed at space science and engineering students, new space researchers and practitioners, as well as at a broader audience interested in astronautics.
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Romano, M. (2020). Space Robotics. In: Baillieul, J., Samad, T. (eds) Encyclopedia of Systems and Control. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-5102-9_100035-1
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