i-SAIRAS is an exciting biennial event that brings together the international space community to explore the latest advances in artificial intelligence, robotics, and automation. The Symposia are led by the Canadian Space Agency (CSA-ASC), the German Aerospace Center (DLR), the European Space Agency (ESA), the Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), and the National Aerospace and Space Administration (NASA). The Symposia provide an ideal platform for agencies, researchers, and industry professionals engaged in the fields of AI, robotics, and space exploration, seeking to share knowledge, foster collaborations, and shape the future of space technology.
The theme for i-SAIRAS 2024 is New Frontiers: Harnessing AI, Automation and Robotics for Space Exploration and Earth's Challenges. The Symposium will be hosted by Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, and will include a special focus on exploring the interconnection between advancements on Earth and their applications in space exploration.
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New Frontiers: Harnessing AI, Automation and Robotics for Space Exploration and Earth's Challenges
Core Technical Sessions
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AI and Deep Space Exploration: Focusing on the use of AI in navigating and conducting research in deep space environments.
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Robotics in Space Exploration, Construction and Repair: Exploring advancements in robotics for building space stations, satellites, and conducting repairs.
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Autonomous Systems for Planetary Exploration: Discussing the development of autonomous rovers and drones for exploring planetary surfaces.
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Onboard autonomy: Mission planning, fault management, remote operations, guidance, navigation and control.
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Sustainability in Space Exploration: Addressing the sustainability of long-term space missions and the responsible use of space resources.
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Human-Robot Collaboration in Space: Innovations in robotics enhancing human capabilities in space missions.
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In-Situ Resource Utilisation: Habitats, infrastructure, equipment for human exploration and foundation services.
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On-Orbit Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing (OSAM): Increase responsiveness to upcoming challenges and requirements for spacecraft orbiting Earth.
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Interoperability and Standardisation: Support standardisation and modularity to prepare spacecraft for interventions.
Special Focus Sessions
The Symposium will also explore the interconnection between advancements on Earth and their applications in space exploration through special focus themes:
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Space-to-Earth Technology Transfer: Exploring how space technology innovations can be applied to solve challenges on Earth.
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Earth-to-Space Technology Transfer: Exploring how terrestrial technology innovations can be applied to solve challenges in space.