Telerobotic exploration and development of the Moon |
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| Authors: | B L Cooper B Sharpe D Schrunk M Thangavelu |
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| Institution: | (1) Oceaneering Space Systems, Houston, Texas, USA;(2) Independent Lunar Development Planner, St. Louis, MO, USA;(3) Quality of Laws Institute, Poway, CA, USA;(4) Space Exploration Architectures Concept Synthesis Studio, Division of Astronautics, University of Southern California, USA;(5) Space Technology and School of Architecture, University of Southern California, USA |
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| Abstract: | There has been a debate for the last thirty years about the relative merits of human versus robotic systems and we argue here
that both are essential components for successful lunar exploration and development. We examine the role of robots in the
next phases of exploration and human development of the Moon. The historical use of robots and humans in exploration is discussed,
including Apollo-era exploration, International Space Station, and deep-water petroleum exploration. The technological challenges
of lunar operations are addressed in the context of how robotic systems can be designed for robust and flexible operations.
System design recommendations are given based on the lessons learned from terrestrial and space robotics. |
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| Keywords: | Telerobotics lunar exploration development |
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