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Robot Astronauts: Kirobo & Mirata

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JAXA (Japan), News, Technology

Japan has always been at the forefront of robotics, driven by the need to prepare itself for an ever more aging population that is looking for ways to support itself. So it comes as no surprise that when we talk about Robot Astronauts, the pioneers are Japanese… Meet Kirobo and Mirata. What makes these two … Read More “Robot Astronauts: Kirobo & Mirata” »

JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency)

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JAXA (Japan), News, Organisations

Japan is known for numerous things: sushi, samurai, advanced robotics, manga and a rapidly aging population to name but a few. Maybe not as well known abroad as NASA or ESA, Japan also has its own aerospace agency called JAXA, which in its current form is still very young. Its veteran astronaut – Koichi Wakata – … Read More “JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency)” »