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Optimizing Mission Planning for Multi-Debris Rendezvous Using Reinforcement Learning with Refueling and Adaptive Collision AvoidanceAgni Bandyopadhyay, Gunther Waxenegger-WilfingPreprint 2026 2 citedFeb 4, 2026Space × Robotics × AIORBITAL ROBOTICSIN-SPACE SERVICINGLearning-based MethodsAutonomy, Task Planning & OperationsRendezvous, Proximity Ops & Docking Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXFeb 4, 2026
Evaluating Robustness and Adaptability in Learning-Based Mission Planning for Active Debris RemovalAgni Bandyopadhyay, Günther Waxenegger-WilfingiSpaRo 2025Feb 4, 2026Space × Robotics × AIIN-SPACE SERVICINGORBITAL ROBOTICSLearning-based MethodsAutonomy, Task Planning & Operations Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXFeb 4, 2026
Optimal Multi-Debris Mission Planning in LEO: A Deep Reinforcement Learning Approach with Co-Elliptic Transfers and RefuelingAgni Bandyopadhyay, Gunther Waxenegger-WilfingIFAC 2025 1 citedFeb 4, 2026Space × Robotics × AIORBITAL ROBOTICSIN-SPACE SERVICINGLearning-based MethodsAutonomy, Task Planning & OperationsSimulation, Digital Twins & Benchmarks Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXFeb 4, 2026
Adaptive mass-spring dynamics modeling and verification of wall-reaction locomotion for robots in space stationCheng Zhao, Caizhi Fan, Zhaokui Wang, Bin ZhangEngineering Computations 2026Jan 30, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSSurface Mobility & TerramechanicsMotion Planning & NavigationManipulation & Grasping Abstract DOI BibTeXJan 30, 2026
Machine Learning-Based Evaluation of Attitude Sensor Characteristics Using Microsatellite Flight DataYuji SakamotoPreprint 2026Jan 27, 2026Space × AIORBITAL ROBOTICSLearning-based MethodsGuidance, Dynamics & ControlPerception & State Estimation Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 27, 2026
Geometric Approaches to 6-DoF Pose Estimation for Autonomous Spacecraft DockingMansi A. Patel, Komal Prajapati, Raj HakaniInternational Conference on Image Processing and Capsule Networks (ICIPCN) 2026Jan 27, 2026Space × Robotics × AIORBITAL ROBOTICSPerception & State EstimationRendezvous, Proximity Ops & DockingGuidance, Dynamics & Control Abstract DOI BibTeXJan 27, 2026
Economic Impact of Priority Queues on Geostationary Satellite Servicing SystemsBryce Cunningham, Koki HoJSR 2026 1 citedJan 27, 2026Space × RoboticsIN-SPACE SERVICINGORBITAL ROBOTICS Abstract DOI BibTeXJan 27, 2026
GNSS-based Lunar Orbit and Clock Estimation With Stochastic Cloning UD FilterKeidai Iiyama, Grace GaoPreprint 2026Jan 23, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSPerception & State Estimation Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 23, 2026
Reinforcement Learning for Opportunistic Routing in Software-Defined LEO-Terrestrial SystemsSivaram Krishnan, Zhouyou Gu, Jihong Park, Sung-Min Oh +1 moreIEEE Wireless Communications Letters 2026 1 citedJan 20, 2026Space × AIORBITAL ROBOTICSLearning-based Methods Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 20, 2026
Empowering All-in-Loop Health Management of Spacecraft Power System in the Mega-Constellation Era via Human-AI CollaborationYi Di, Zhibin Zhao, Fujin Wang, Xue Liu +4 morePreprint 2026Jan 19, 2026Space × AIORBITAL ROBOTICSAutonomy, Task Planning & OperationsGuidance, Dynamics & Control Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 19, 2026
Imitation learning-based spacecraft rendezvous and docking method with Expert DemonstrationShibo Shao, Dong Zhou, Guanghui Sun, Liwen Zhang +1 morePreprint 2026 2 citedJan 19, 2026Space × Robotics × AIORBITAL ROBOTICSLearning-based MethodsRendezvous, Proximity Ops & DockingGuidance, Dynamics & Control Abstract PDF HTML Code arXiv BibTeXJan 19, 2026
Optimal Thruster Configuration for 6-DOF Control of a Small SatelliteSuguru Sato, Jinaykumar Patel, Kamesh SubbaraoPreprint 2026Jan 16, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSGuidance, Dynamics & ControlRendezvous, Proximity Ops & Docking Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 16, 2026
FRDP: A Micro Free-Flying Robot With Dual-Vector Propulsion in Space StationYimin Zhu, Xiaoyu Ji, Lixian Zhang, Yifei Dong +1 moreIEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics 2026Jan 13, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSMicrogravity Mobility & Free-FlyersGuidance, Dynamics & Control Abstract DOI BibTeXJan 13, 2026
Active Terrain Relative Navigation with Surface Mapping SensorsDavis Adams, Vikas Patel, Isaac RoweAIAA SciTech 2026Jan 12, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSRendezvous, Proximity Ops & DockingPerception & State EstimationMotion Planning & Navigation Abstract PDF NTRS BibTeXJan 12, 2026
A Systems Approach to Modeling Uncertain ODE SystemsBenjamin W L Margolis, Kenneth R Lyons, Carlos A Natividad, Collin E York +4 moreAIAA SciTech 2026Jan 12, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSRendezvous, Proximity Ops & DockingGuidance, Dynamics & ControlArtemis Abstract PDF NTRS BibTeXJan 12, 2026
Assembling Solar Panels by Dual Robot Arms Towards Full Autonomous Lunar Base ConstructionLuca Nunziante, Kentaro Uno, Gustavo H. Diaz, Shreya Santra +2 moreSII 2025 7 citedJan 9, 2026Space × RoboticsISRU & CONSTRUCTIONORBITAL ROBOTICSManipulation & GraspingPerception & State Estimation Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 9, 2026
Semantic Trajectory Generation for Goal-Oriented Spacecraft RendezvousYuji Takubo, Arpit Dwivedi, Sukeerth Ramkumar, Luis A. Pabon +3 moreAIAA SciTech 2026 1 citedJan 8, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSRendezvous, Proximity Ops & DockingGuidance, Dynamics & ControlMotion Planning & Navigation Abstract DOI BibTeXJan 8, 2026
Passive Attitude Control of Dust Particles for Active Debris RemovalAna Sofía Barona-Mejía, Joseph Ivarson, Davide GuzzettiAIAA SciTech 2026 1 citedJan 8, 2026Space × RoboticsIN-SPACE SERVICINGORBITAL ROBOTICSGuidance, Dynamics & Control Abstract DOI BibTeXJan 8, 2026
Automated Satellite Servicing Engineering Toolkit (ASSET)Joseph A. Colangelo, Sean McClure, David TanseyAIAA SciTech 2026Jan 8, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSIN-SPACE SERVICINGRendezvous, Proximity Ops & DockingGuidance, Dynamics & ControlManipulation & Grasping Abstract DOI BibTeXJan 8, 2026
Advancing the SmallSat Digital Twin for Active Debris Removal SimulationsScott Alan Zemerick, Mark Suder, Dominic K. Amato, David R. Martinelli +1 moreAIAA SciTech 2026Jan 8, 2026Space × RoboticsIN-SPACE SERVICINGORBITAL ROBOTICSMotion Planning & NavigationSimulation, Digital Twins & Benchmarks Abstract DOI BibTeXJan 8, 2026
Reinforcement Learning for Rendezvous and Proximity OperationsEric G. Chang, Kevin SchroederAIAA SciTech 2026 1 citedJan 8, 2026Space × Robotics × AIORBITAL ROBOTICSRendezvous, Proximity Ops & DockingLearning-based MethodsMotion Planning & Navigation Abstract DOI BibTeXJan 8, 2026
Predefined-Time Singularity-Free Control With Hybrid Actuator Optimal Allocation for Autonomous Spacecraft DockingT. Kiran Kumar, Sudhansu Sahu, Dipak Kumar GiriAIAA SciTech 2026Jan 8, 2026Space × RoboticsORBITAL ROBOTICSIN-SPACE SERVICINGGuidance, Dynamics & ControlDesign, Mechanisms & HardwareRendezvous, Proximity Ops & Docking Abstract DOI BibTeXJan 8, 2026
A Multi-Robot Experimental Platform for Emulating Autonomous On-Orbit ServicingBennett Russell, Nathan Wolfe, Geordan M. Gutow, Luis Rodolfo García Carrillo +2 moreAIAA SciTech 2026Jan 8, 2026Space × RoboticsIN-SPACE SERVICINGORBITAL ROBOTICSGuidance, Dynamics & ControlManipulation & GraspingMulti-Robot & Swarms Abstract DOI BibTeXJan 8, 2026
Development of an Androgynous Docking Connector for In-Space Assembly and Satellite ServicingKevin J. Okseniuk, Alexander W. Ribner, Michael Fraunberger, Reagan Mayo +1 moreAIAA SciTech 2026Jan 8, 2026Space × RoboticsIN-SPACE SERVICINGORBITAL ROBOTICSRendezvous, Proximity Ops & Docking Abstract DOI BibTeXJan 8, 2026