04. Is a robot part of every space mission? Can robots and people work together on a mission? Does it take a lot of training to operate a robot? (A K2S Question)

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Most deep space missions use robots, but more and more frequently, plans involve humans working together with robots, just as they do on the ISS. Different robots require different amounts of training. If the person who designed the robot is also the person who is going to control it, like the Spirit and Opportunity rovers, then the training required is usually not a lot. The controllers learn things as they go. Astronauts controlling CanadArm 2 on the ISS require two weeks of training, at a very minimum. The more practice they get, the better.

Answer provided by CAF Capt. Marc Fricker


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