ORAC-NT v5.x: Optimal and Stable FDIR Architecture for Autonomous Spacecraft and Critical SystemsDimitar KretskiPublished 2026Mar 9, 2026Space × AIORBITAL ROBOTICSAutonomy, Task Planning & OperationsGuidance, Dynamics & Control Abstract DOI BibTeXMar 9, 2026
Detecting Craters in Images Using Machine Learning and Classical Techniques for Lunar NavigationTrupti Mahendrakar, Kyle Smith, Davis Weaver Adams, Shaurya Gupta +3 moreIEEE Aerospace 2026Mar 7, 2026Space × AIPLANETARY ROBOTICSORBITAL ROBOTICSLearning-based MethodsRendezvous, Proximity Ops & DockingPerception & State EstimationArtemisLunar Gateway Abstract DOI BibTeXMar 7, 2026
Trajectory Optimization for Free-Flying Robots in Microgravity Using Convex Obstacle RepresentationAndré Rebelo Teixeira, Rodrigo VenturaIEEE Aerospace 2026Mar 7, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSMotion Planning & NavigationMicrogravity Mobility & Free-FlyersGuidance, Dynamics & Control Abstract DOI BibTeXMar 7, 2026
Constraint-Aware Execution Planning for Hybrid Space-Ground Compute WorkloadsSubhadip MitraPreprint 2026Mar 4, 2026Space × AIORBITAL ROBOTICSPerception & State EstimationLearning-based MethodsAutonomy, Task Planning & Operations Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXMar 4, 2026
Emerging trends in Cislunar Space for Lunar Science Exploration and Space Robotics aiding Human Spaceflight SafetyArsalan Muhammad, Yue Wang, Hai Huang, Hao WangConference Proceedings of 2nd IAA Conference on AI in and for Space (2nd IAA SPAICE), Suzhou, China, 1-3 November, 2025Mar 3, 2026Space × Robotics × AIORBITAL ROBOTICSPLANETARY ROBOTICSISRU & CONSTRUCTIONPerception & State EstimationHRI & Teleoperation Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXMar 3, 2026
In-orbit demonstration of propulsive and drag-based formation control using two 2U CubeSats under operational constraintsDebdeep Roychowdhury, Sebastian Grau, Fynn Boyer, Sascha Kapitola +4 moreCEAS Space J. 2026 1 citedMar 3, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSIN-SPACE SERVICINGMulti-Robot & SwarmsMotion Planning & NavigationGuidance, Dynamics & Control Abstract PDF DOI BibTeXMar 3, 2026
A bio-inspired dual-mode gripper using for climbing robot in microgravityZhi Fang, Yongxu LU, Zhaowei Zhang, Yuanzheng Tian +2 moreChin. J. Aeronaut. 2026Mar 1, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSIN-SPACE SERVICINGSurface Mobility & TerramechanicsGuidance, Dynamics & ControlManipulation & Grasping Abstract DOI BibTeXMar 1, 2026
Gaussian-Process-Based Covariance Control for Autonomous On-Orbit ServicingAlessandro Garzelli, Boris Benedikter, Alessandro Zavoli, Alejandro Suárez +1 moreJGCD 2026Mar 1, 2026Space × Robotics × AIIN-SPACE SERVICINGORBITAL ROBOTICSGuidance, Dynamics & Control Abstract DOI BibTeXMar 1, 2026
Validation of Space Robotics in Underwater Environments via Disturbance Robustness EquivalencyJoris Verhagen, Elias Krantz, Chelsea Sidrane, David Dörner +8 moreICRA 2026 1 citedFeb 28, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSMotion Planning & Navigation Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXFeb 28, 2026
Current Status of Research and Development of Space Propulsion System for Autonomous SpacecraftJeongho Kim, Jiwoong Jung, Seokhwan Baek, Jaeyeon Hwang +4 moreJournal of the Korean Society of Propulsion Engineers 2026Feb 28, 2026Space × Robotics × AIIN-SPACE SERVICINGORBITAL ROBOTICS Abstract PDF DOI BibTeXFeb 28, 2026
Marinarium: A Modular Experimental Facility for Reproducible Maritime and Space-Analog Field RoboticsIgnacio Torroba, David Dorner, Victor Nan Fernandez-Ayala, Mart Kartasev +13 morePreprint 2026 1 citedFeb 26, 2026Space × Robotics × AIORBITAL ROBOTICSSimulation, Digital Twins & BenchmarksLearning-based MethodsAutonomy, Task Planning & Operations Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXFeb 26, 2026
Electromagnetic Active Debris Removal: Scalable Solutions for Orbital Sustainability and Kessler Syndrome MitigationAlexi G. ChoueiriPublished 2026Feb 26, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSIN-SPACE SERVICING Abstract DOI BibTeXFeb 26, 2026
Conceptualizing thresholds for effective active debris removal in Low Earth OrbitSofia YangFront. Space Technol. 2026Feb 25, 2026Space × RoboticsIN-SPACE SERVICINGORBITAL ROBOTICSGuidance, Dynamics & Control Abstract PDF DOI BibTeXFeb 25, 2026
Autonomous Satellite Rendezvous via Hybrid Feedback OptimizationOscar Jed R. Chuy, Matthew T. Hale, Vignesh Sivaramakrishnan, Sean Phillips +1 morePreprint 2026 1 citedFeb 24, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSRendezvous, Proximity Ops & DockingGuidance, Dynamics & Control Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXFeb 24, 2026
Rendezvous and Docking of Mobile Ground Robots for Efficient Transportation SystemsLars Fischer, Daniel Flögel, Sören HohmannIEEE International Conference on Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITSC) 2026Feb 23, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSRendezvous, Proximity Ops & DockingMotion Planning & NavigationGuidance, Dynamics & Control Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXFeb 23, 2026
Machine Learning Argument of Latitude Error Model for LEO Satellite Orbit and Covariance CorrectionAlex Moody, Penina Axelrad, Rebecca RussellIEEE Aerospace 2026Feb 18, 2026Space × Robotics × AIORBITAL ROBOTICSLearning-based MethodsGuidance, Dynamics & Control Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXFeb 18, 2026
Design and optimisation of MASI On-Orbit Servicing capture moduleGiuseppe Ventura, Francesco Branz, Andrea Valmorbida, Alessandro FrancesconiActa Astronautica 2026 1 citedFeb 18, 2026Space × RoboticsIN-SPACE SERVICINGORBITAL ROBOTICSRendezvous, Proximity Ops & Docking Abstract DOI BibTeXFeb 18, 2026
Hybrid Model Predictive Control with Physics-Informed Neural Network for Satellite Attitude ControlCarlo Cena, Mauro Martini, Marcello ChiabergeAIM 2026Feb 17, 2026Space × Robotics × AIORBITAL ROBOTICSGuidance, Dynamics & ControlLearning-based Methods Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXFeb 17, 2026
Segment-Based Two-Loop Adaptive Iterative Learning Control for Spacecraft Position and Attitude TrackingFan Zhang, Deyuan Meng, and Ying TanPreprint 2026Feb 16, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSGuidance, Dynamics & ControlRendezvous, Proximity Ops & Docking Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXFeb 16, 2026
Multi-Point Contact Dynamics of a Novel Self-Centring Mechanism for In-Space Robotic AssemblyYuanxin Wang, Jiafu Liu, Shujie Ma, Jianping Jiang +2 moreAerospace (MDPI) 2026Feb 16, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSIN-SPACE SERVICINGManipulation & Grasping Abstract DOI BibTeXFeb 16, 2026
An Autonomous, End-to-End, Convex-Based Framework for Close-Range Rendezvous Trajectory Design and Guidance with Hardware Testbed ValidationMinduli C. Wijayatunga, Julian Guinane, Nathan D. Wallace, Xiaofeng WuPreprint 2026 2 citedFeb 12, 2026Space × Robotics × AIORBITAL ROBOTICSIN-SPACE SERVICINGGuidance, Dynamics & ControlSimulation, Digital Twins & BenchmarksRendezvous, Proximity Ops & Docking Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXFeb 12, 2026
Autonomous CubeSat DockingGerald Enrique Nelson Mc KenziePublished 2026Feb 12, 2026Space × Robotics × AIORBITAL ROBOTICSLearning-based MethodsRendezvous, Proximity Ops & Docking Abstract DOI BibTeXFeb 12, 2026
Free-Flying Crew Cooperative Robots on the ISS: A Joint Review of Astrobee, CIMON, and Int-Ball OperationsSeiko Piotr Yamaguchi, Andres Mora Vargas, Till Eisenberg, Christian Rogon +6 moreiSpaRo 2025 2 citedFeb 11, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSMicrogravity Mobility & Free-FlyersHRI & TeleoperationMulti-Robot & SwarmsAstrobeeInt-BallCIMON Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXFeb 11, 2026
Solving Geodesic Equations with Composite Bernstein Polynomials for Trajectory PlanningNick Gorman, Gage MacLin, Maxwell Hammond, and Venanzio CichellaIEEE Aerospace 2026Feb 10, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSMotion Planning & NavigationGuidance, Dynamics & ControlRendezvous, Proximity Ops & Docking Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXFeb 10, 2026
Meta-Reinforcement Learning for Robust and Non-greedy Control Barrier Functions in Spacecraft Proximity OperationsMinduli C. Wijayatunga, Richard Linares, Roberto ArmellinPreprint 2026 3 citedFeb 7, 2026Space × Robotics × AIORBITAL ROBOTICSLearning-based MethodsGuidance, Dynamics & ControlRendezvous, Proximity Ops & Docking Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXFeb 7, 2026