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Title: Advanced automation for space missions

Journal Article · · J. Astronaut. Sci.; (United States)
OSTI ID:5000452

A NASA/ASEE summer study conducted at the University of Santa Clara in 1980 examined the feasibility of using advanced artificial intelligence and automation technologies in future NASA space missions. Four candidate applications missions were considered: an intelligent earth-sensing information system; an autonomous space exploration system; an automated space manufacturing facility; and a self-replicating, growing lunar factory. The study assessed the various artificial intelligence and machine technologies which must be developed if such sophisticated missions are to become feasible by the century's end. 18 references.

Research Organization:
SRI, Santa Clara, CA
OSTI ID:
5000452
Journal Information:
J. Astronaut. Sci.; (United States), Vol. 1
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English