NASA's Dexterous Robotics Team Develops Reliable Robots for Space Exploration

The Dexterous Robotics Team at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston is developing robotic hardware and software to support human spaceflight. Led by Shaun Azimi, the team focuses on creating robots that can complete tasks humans do with their hands. The team supports various agency projects and programs, including those exploring connections to building the Moon Base. They also collaborate with private industry and other external partners to leverage robotic technologies in harsh environments. The team's major focus has been the development of the Integrated Mobile Evaluation Testbed for Robotics Operations (iMETRO) facility at Johnson, which offers digital and physical facilities to test robotic technologies. This enables different teams to learn from each other and develop more effective robots for space exploration.