Motion Compensation Algorithm for Online Digital Elevation Map Generation Using Scanning LIDAR DataKari C Ward, Kyle W Smith, Gavin F MendeckAIAA SciTech 2026Jan 12, 2026Space × RoboticsPerception & State Estimation 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
Long-Distance Altimetry and Terrain Relative Navigation Capabilities of a Multi-Functional Imaging Lidar for Precision Safe LandingFarzin Amzajerdian, Aram Gragossian, Paul F Brewster, Jacob M Heppler +5 moreAIAA SciTech 2026Jan 12, 2026Space × RoboticsRendezvous, Proximity Ops & DockingPerception & State EstimationMotion Planning & Navigation Abstract PDF NTRS BibTeXJan 12, 2026
EDL Concept of Operations for the Dragonfly Rotorcraft Mission to TitanMichael J Wright, Robin Vaughan, Michael Robbins, Karl T EdquistAIAA SciTech 2026Jan 12, 2026Space × RoboticsPLANETARY ROBOTICSSurface Mobility & TerramechanicsDragonfly 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
Space debris material sourcing for in-space manufacturing: a quantitative evaluation frameworkMadeline Grace Lenkart, Stephan R. BillerFront. Space Technol. 2026 2 citedJan 9, 2026Space × RoboticsIN-SPACE SERVICING Abstract PDF DOI BibTeXJan 9, 2026
Design and Development of Modular Limbs for Reconfigurable Robots on the MoonGustavo H. Diaz, A. Sejal Jain, Matteo Brugnera, Elian Neppel +3 moreiSpaRo 2025Jan 8, 2026Space × RoboticsIN-SPACE SERVICINGDesign, Mechanisms & HardwareSurface Mobility & TerramechanicsMulti-Robot & Swarms Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 8, 2026
Data-Driven Terramechanics Approach Towards a Realistic Real-Time Simulator for Lunar RoversJakob M. Kern, James M. Hurrell, Shreya Santra, Keisuke Takehana +2 moreiSpaRo 2025 1 citedJan 8, 2026Space × Robotics × AIPLANETARY ROBOTICSSurface Mobility & TerramechanicsSimulation, Digital Twins & BenchmarksPerception & State Estimation Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 8, 2026
Conversational AI for Rapid Scientific Prototyping: A Case Study on ESA's ELOPE CompetitionNils EineckePreprint 2026 1 citedJan 8, 2026Space × AIFoundation Models & LLMsPerception & State Estimation Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 8, 2026
Safe Reinforcement Learning Beyond Baseline Control: A Hierarchical Framework for Space Triangle Tethered Formation SystemXinyi Tao, Panfeng Huang, Fan ZhangPreprint 2026Jan 8, 2026Space × AIGuidance, Dynamics & ControlLearning-based MethodsSurface Mobility & Terramechanics Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 8, 2026
Scalable Dynamic Distributed Constraint Optimization with Metareasoning and Application to Continual Satellite OperationsItai Zilberstein, Steve ChienAdaptive Agents and Multi-Agents Systems 2026 5 citedJan 8, 2026Space × AI Abstract PDF HTML arXiv BibTeXJan 8, 2026
Multi-Agent Reinforcement Learning for Swarm Planetary ExplorationAdrián Menor de Oñate, Erik-Jan Van KampenAIAA SciTech 2026Jan 8, 2026Space × Robotics × AIPLANETARY ROBOTICSMulti-Robot & SwarmsLearning-based MethodsPerception & State Estimation Abstract DOI BibTeXJan 8, 2026
Guidance and Control of an Autonomous Snake Robot for Space ExplorationOliullah Samir, Animesh ChakravarthyAIAA SciTech 2026Jan 8, 2026Space × RoboticsSurface Mobility & TerramechanicsMotion Planning & NavigationDesign, Mechanisms & Hardware Abstract DOI BibTeXJan 8, 2026
Energy-based MOR for Flexible Space Robotic SystemsJosue Luna, Roberto Robles, Erik Blasch, John J. Bird +1 moreAIAA SciTech 2026Jan 8, 2026Space × RoboticsManipulation & GraspingGuidance, Dynamics & ControlLearning-based Methods Abstract DOI BibTeXJan 8, 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
Autonomous Spacecraft Health Management: Results From IM-2 Lunar MissionHolly Bennett, Michael B. Rudolph, Johann M. Ph. Schumann, James Burns-Montante +1 moreAIAA SciTech 2026Jan 8, 2026Space × AIAutonomy, Task Planning & OperationsGuidance, Dynamics & ControlCLPSIntuitive Machines 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
Design, Assembly, and Testing of Compliant Spring Tires for Lunar RoversMichael Lu, Travis L. Brown, William Reid, Arthur Bouton +1 moreAIAA SciTech 2026Jan 8, 2026Space × RoboticsPLANETARY ROBOTICSISRU & CONSTRUCTIONSurface Mobility & TerramechanicsDesign, Mechanisms & Hardware 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
Lunar Tunnel Boring Machine (LTBM) - Lunar Habitation ExcavationTheodore C. Rockey, Claire Virnoche, Victoria Prendergast, Jonathan Curran +2 moreAIAA SciTech 2026Jan 8, 2026Space × RoboticsISRU & CONSTRUCTIONPLANETARY ROBOTICSSurface Mobility & Terramechanics Abstract DOI BibTeXJan 8, 2026
A Physically Accurate Simulation Framework for Training and Validation of AI-Based Algorithms for Space ExplorationLudovica Cavalieri, Fabio Valerio Buonomo, Simone Andolfo, Mohamed El Awag +2 moreAIAA SciTech 2026 1 citedJan 8, 2026Space × Robotics × AIPLANETARY ROBOTICSPerception & State EstimationSimulation, Digital Twins & BenchmarksAutonomy, Task Planning & Operations 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
WITHDRAWN: Developing a Multi-Agent AI Governance System for Behavioral Health (MAGSBH) in Space ExplorationSusan JewellAIAA SciTech 2026Jan 8, 2026Space × AIFoundation Models & LLMsMulti-Robot & Swarms Abstract DOI BibTeXJan 8, 2026