See the first space robotic arm capable of moving forward and backward on its own

See the first space robotic arm capable of moving forward and backward on its own

The European robotic arm (ERA) will be launched to the International Space Station and is the first robot capable of "walking" the Russian segment of the Space Station.

This 11-meter intelligent space robot will serve as the primary manipulator on the Russian part of the Space Station, assisting astronauts during spacewalks. You can see it in action in the following video:

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The robotic arm can help install, deploy and replace items in outer space. It has the ability to anchor to the station and move back and forth on its own, hand over hand between fixed base points. It is also capable of carrying up to eight tons of weight with an accuracy of 5 millimeters .

European Robotic Arm Specs Pillars

It is about 11.3 m long and weighs 630 kg and is capable of moving up to 8,000 kg. In appearance it is almost like a human arm , with joints and the ability to grasp, hold and turn as if it were a real hand. It is symmetrical in its construction. The arm can be directed from the outside, through a panel, or from a control room inside the ISS called Dome because of its shape and that through its seven windows allows astronauts to see all the movements of the arm. robotic.

A consortium of European companies led by Airbus Defense and Space Netherlands designed and assembled it for ESA. The robotic arm is largely funded by the Dutch government .

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