Application of automation and robotics to lunar surface human exploration operationsMajor results of a study applying automation and robotics to lunar surface base buildup and operations concepts are reported. The study developed a reference base scenario with specific goals, equipment concepts, robot concepts, activity schedules and buildup manifests. It examined crew roles, contingency cases and system reliability, and proposed a set of technologies appropriate and necessary for effective lunar operations. This paper refers readers to four companion papers for quantitative details where appropriate.
Document ID
19910043047
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Woodcock, Gordon R. (Boeing Co. Huntsville, AL, United States)
Sherwood, Brent (Boeing Co. Huntsville, AL, United States)
Buddington, Patricia A. (Boeing Aerospace and Electronics Huntsville, AL, United States)
Bares, Leona C. (RedZone Robotics, Inc. Pittsburgh, PA, United States)
Folsom, Rolfe (Boeing Aerospace Operations Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Mah, Robert (NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Lousma, Jack (Boeing Co. Huntsville, AL, United States)
Date Acquired
August 14, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1990
Subject Category
Ground Support Systems And Facilities (Space)
Meeting Information
Meeting: Space 90: The Second International Conference