Recent Canadian Activities in Space Automation & Robotics - An Overview

Abstract

This paper provides an overview of the Canadian plan for space robotics. The objective of the plan is to explore the new technologies required to enable future space robotics opportunities. The first part of the paper describes the opportunities in MSS operation and evolution, in planetary exploration, and in on-orbit servicing. The second part describes current projects in ground control, task verification, advanced design and simulation technologies and planetary exploration.