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Area of Science:

  • Robotics
  • Biomimetics
  • Aerospace Engineering

Background:

  • Life's evolution produced systems optimized for extreme environments.
  • Biomimetics applies biological principles to engineering, crucial for complex space systems.
  • Existing space robotic platforms require enhanced autonomy and adaptability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To formally establish the discipline of Aerospace Bionic Robotics (ABR).
  • To elucidate the benefits of biologically derived functionalities for space robotics.
  • To propose a standardized design framework for ABR.

Main Methods:

  • Elucidating biologically derived functionalities (autonomy, adaptability, multifunctionality).
  • Proposing the Biomimetic Engineering and Aerospace Mechatronics Design (BEAM-D) standard.
  • Integrating biological abstraction levels with engineering protocols (ISO, VDI, TRL) via a modular BEAM-DX framework and BIOX design steps.

Main Results:

  • Demonstrated the relevance of bio-inspired features for space robotic efficiency in microgravity.
  • Introduced BEAM-D as a standard for Aerospace Bionic Robotics development.
  • Established a structured design pathway from subsystem specification to mission deployment.

Conclusions:

  • Formalized bio-inspired design tools are essential for advanced orbital and planetary robotic systems.
  • The proposed framework enables sustained autonomous operations in deep space exploration.
  • ABR offers a strategic paradigm for addressing multifactorial challenges in space systems design.