Towards Space-Based Environmentally-Adaptive GraspingLeonidas Askianakis, Aleksandr ArtemovPreprint 2026Jan 29, 2026Space × Robotics × AIManipulation & GraspingLearning-based Methods Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 29, 2026
A Practical Framework of Key Performance Indicators for Multi-Robot Lunar and Planetary Field TestsJulia Richter, David Oberacker, Gabriela Ligeza, Valentin T. Bickel +9 moreICRA Workshop 2026 3 citedJan 28, 2026Space × RoboticsPLANETARY ROBOTICSMulti-Robot & SwarmsSurface Mobility & TerramechanicsPerception & State Estimation Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 28, 2026
Multi-Robot Decentralized Collaborative SLAM in Planetary Analogue Environments: Dataset, Challenges, and Lessons LearnedPierre-Yves Lajoie, Karthik Soma, Haechan Mark Bong, Alice Lemieux-Bourque +3 moreJFR / Field Robotics 2026 8 citedJan 28, 2026Space × Robotics × AIPLANETARY ROBOTICSPerception & State EstimationMulti-Robot & SwarmsSimulation, Digital Twins & Benchmarks Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 28, 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
The S3LI Vulcano Dataset: A Dataset for Multi-Modal SLAM in Unstructured Planetary EnvironmentsRiccardo Giubilato, Marcus Gerhard Müller, Marco Sewtz, Laura Alejandra Encinar Gonzalez +2 moreIEEE Aerospace 2026 5 citedJan 27, 2026Space × Robotics × AIPerception & State EstimationSimulation, Digital Twins & BenchmarksLearning-based Methods Abstract PDF HTML Code 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
LILI (Long-term Ice-field Levitating Investigator): A Mars Aerial and Ground Explorer for Glaciers and Polar Ice FieldsNatasha Schatzman, Michelle Dominguez, Pascal Lee, Keiko Nagami +3 moreTransformative Vertical Flight 2026Jan 27, 2026Space × RoboticsPLANETARY ROBOTICS Abstract PDF NTRS BibTeXJan 27, 2026
Structural Analysis of a Mars Science Helicopter Blade: Lessons LearnedDorcas V Kaweesa, Gianmarco Sahragard-Monfared, Joshua Bowman13th Annual Electric VTOL Symposium 2026Jan 27, 2026Space × RoboticsPLANETARY ROBOTICSSurface Mobility & TerramechanicsIngenuity Mars HelicopterPerseverance Abstract PDF NTRS BibTeXJan 27, 2026
Advances and Innovations in the Multi-Agent Robotic System (MARS) ChallengeLi Kang, Heng Zhou, Xiufeng Song, Rui Li +40 moreNeurIPS Workshop 2025 2 citedJan 26, 2026Space × Robotics × AIPLANETARY ROBOTICSMulti-Robot & SwarmsManipulation & GraspingFoundation Models & LLMs Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 26, 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
The Trajectory Alignment Coefficient in Two Acts: From Reward Tuning to Reward LearningCalarina Muslimani, Yunshu Du, Kenta Kawamoto, Kaushik Subramanian +2 morePreprint 2026Jan 23, 2026Space × AILearning-based MethodsHRI & TeleoperationSimulation, Digital Twins & Benchmarks Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 23, 2026
Autonomous Mars Rover Module for Soil Sampling and Life Component AnalysisBibek Adhikari, Rishab Rijal, Rakesh Yadav, Nikchey Khatri +1 morePreprint 2026Jan 23, 2026Space × RoboticsPLANETARY ROBOTICSISRU & CONSTRUCTIONGuidance, Dynamics & Control Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 23, 2026
Possible identification of the Luna 9 Moon landing site using a novel machine learning algorithmLewis Pinault, Ian Crawford, Hajime Yanonpj Space Exploration 2026Jan 21, 2026Space × AILearning-based MethodsPerception & State Estimation Abstract PDF DOI BibTeXJan 21, 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
From Design to Deorbit: A Solar-Electric Autonomous Module for Multi-Debris RemediationOm Mishra, Jayesh Patil, Sathwik Narkedimilli, G Srikantha Sharma +2 morePreprint 2026Jan 19, 2026Space × RoboticsIN-SPACE SERVICINGPerception & State EstimationMotion Planning & Navigation 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
JSR-GFNet: Jamming-to-Signal Ratio-Aware Dynamic Gating for Interference Classification in future Cognitive Global Navigation Satellite SystemsZhihan Zeng, Hongyuan Shu, Kaihe Wang, Lu Chen +5 morePreprint 2026 9 citedJan 19, 2026Space × AI Abstract PDF HTML 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
Vision Foundation Models for Domain Generalisable Cross-View Localisation in Planetary Ground-Aerial Robotic TeamsLachlan Holden, Feras Dayoub, Alberto Candela, David Harvey +1 moreiSpaRo 2025 1 citedJan 14, 2026Space × Robotics × AIPLANETARY ROBOTICSPerception & State EstimationLearning-based MethodsFoundation Models & LLMsIngenuity Mars Helicopter Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 14, 2026
Physics-Guided Counterfactual Explanations for Large-Scale Multivariate Time Series: Application in Scalable and Interpretable SEP Event PredictionPranjal Patil, Anli Ji, Berkay AydinIEEE International Conference on Big Data (BigData) 2026 1 citedJan 13, 2026Space × AILearning-based Methods Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 13, 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
Vision-Language Model for Accurate Crater DetectionPatrick Bauer, Marius Schwinning, Florian Renk, Andreas Weinmann +1 moreIEEE TAES 2026 3 citedJan 12, 2026Space × AIPLANETARY ROBOTICSPerception & State EstimationLearning-based MethodsFoundation Models & LLMs Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 12, 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