Special Issue of the Journal Aerospace: "Space Robotics and Mechatronics"
ASTRO Lab Director, Dr. Michael Bazzocchi, alongside Dr. Robin Chhabra of Carleton University, are Guest Editors for the Special Issue on “Space Mechatronics and Robotics” of the journal Aerospace (ISSN 2226-4310).
This special issue seeks high-quality scholarly articles on key topics related to space robotics and space mechatronics to be published. The issue aims to cover recent theoretical and technological advancements in the field and promote discussion across active researchers. Contributions to various robotic payloads are welcomed in this Special Issue: space manipulators, rover systems, drones, continuum manipulators, and other types of robotic systems for space applications.
This Special Issue publishes a wide range of articles, including full-length, short correspondences, and review papers.
Topics of interest include but, are not limited to, the following:
New technologies developed for space robotics, including sensors, actuators, science instruments, fabrication methods and materials, etc.
Advancements in methodologies for modelling and analyzing space robotic systems.
Mechatronic (system-level) analysis and design of space technologies.
Advancements in the guidance, navigation, and control of space robotic systems.
Space robotic mission design for various programs, such as Lunar Gateway, Lunar Rover, Deep Space Exploration, On-orbit Servicing, Mars Exploration, etc.
New space robotic concepts.
Advancements in application of soft robotics, reconfigurable robotics, and multi-agent systems in space robotic missions.
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2023
Visit the journal website to submit an article or for more information on the Special Issue