DESCRIPTION
COLDArm is a Research-Robots from Motiv Space Systems. It is built for Data Collection, Exploration, Material-Handling.
COLDArm (Cold Operable Lunar Deployable Arm) is a robotic arm for very cold environments developed by Motiv Space Systems with NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Motiv designs it to work down to -180 C without heaters, saving the energy a lander would otherwise spend keeping the arm warm. Its first configuration carries a 3D-printed titanium scoop to sample regolith, like earlier Mars landers, and the aim is a set of end effectors the arm can swap automatically. Motiv reports completed arm assembly, dynamometer and joint actuator testing, and JPL tested it in a thermal vacuum chamber at -180 C in November 2023.
FEATURES
- Operates down to -180 C without heaters
- 3D-printed titanium regolith scoop
- Swappable end effectors planned
- Developed with NASA JPL
- Thermal vacuum tested at -180 C
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Stationary |
|---|---|
| Environment | Space, Mars and lunar surface, -180°C to ?°C |
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Stationary |
|---|---|
| Environment | Space, Mars and lunar surface, -180°C to ?°C |
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What is the COLDArm?
COLDArm (Cold Operable Lunar Deployable Arm) is a robotic arm for very cold environments developed by Motiv Space Systems with NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Motiv designs it to work down to -180 C without heaters, saving the energy a lander would otherwise spend keeping the arm warm.
Who makes the COLDArm?
The COLDArm is made by Motiv Space Systems, a robotics company based in United States.
How much does the COLDArm cost?
Motiv Space Systems has not publicly announced pricing for the COLDArm. You can enquire through RobotAIGeek for current pricing.
What is the COLDArm used for?
The COLDArm is designed for data collection, exploration, material-handling, and research. It is used in research and space settings.
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