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Chinese Startup Reports In-Orbit Test of Flexible Robotic Arm for Satellite Servicing
Sustain Space says it has completed on-orbit demonstrations of a flexible robotic arm, including simulated refueling and force-controlled operations, in a step toward commercial satellite servicing and debris-mitigation.
Key Takeaways
- Sustain Space says its Xiyuan-0 satellite completed robotic-arm operations in orbit.
- The mission tested autonomous, teleoperated, vision-based, and force-controlled modes.
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