Ariel Ekblaw’s research while affiliated with Aurelia Hospital and other places

... While we are currently employing these techniques in smart telescopes [2] and will be applying them in the coming months to the automatic detection of meteorites from radio data captured in Belgium and Luxembourg 1 , we start to design similar approaches for resource detection on extra-planetary mapping images (Moon, Mars, etc.) using Mixed Reality (MR) hardware. In fact, devices such as Meta Quest 3 or Microsoft HoloLens 2 could be used by to help upstream in the planning of robotic missions tasked with exploring non-terrestrial bodies [1], by using virtual environment enriched by AI embedded models' outputs. For example, visualising and then detecting points of interest, such as possible topographical problems, would help to better organise or even remotely pilot robots or automated vehicles. ...

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Combining AI-powered detection and Immersive Technologies for Robotic Space Mission Planning

... VR field trips spark curiosity and engagement in students by granting first-person perspectives of the astronaut experience [38]. VR problem-solving scenarios and interactive space equipment integrate effective pedagogies for higher retention. ...

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The Role of the Metaverse in the Future of the Space Sector

... Space: The contexts of space and place were also an early subject of research in mobility. Andersen (2001) outlined futuristic expectations concerning pervasive computing and space. He argued that future computational devices would have a higher degree of autonomy and tried to predict the interaction scenarios between moving devices and stationary ones based on their habitats (a combination of three spaces -the physical, the informational and the conceptual). ...

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Mobile virtual communities research: A synthesis of current trends and a look at future perspectives

... Nilsson et al. [22] reported qualitative findings, from interviews with astronauts and space experts, regarding the capabilities of virtual environments to facilitate user-centered approaches to operational performance and human factors in relation to system design for space missions. We refer the readers to Ekblaw et al. [5] for more examples of research at the intersection of HCI, pervasive computing, and space, and Lee et al. [14] for a vision of an interplanetary metaverse intended to connect users from Earth and Mars. ...

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Might as Well Be on Mars: Insights on the Extraterrestrial Applicability of Interaction Design Frameworks from Earth

... Beyond localization, a robot's awareness of its surroundings is useful in generating a representation of the environment. Some example applications include the assessment of structural surface conditions [2], [3] or the estimation of pollution sources [4]. In these situations, leveraging a swarm robotic system can overcome prohibitive costs in time and resources that accompany single-robot solutions: a lone robot is likely slower to complete such areal coverage tasks and could demand more resources to operate. ...

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Adaptive Self-Calibration for Minimalistic Collective Perception by Imperfect Robot Swarms

... Moreover, private space companies have emerged as integral players in space exploration, enhancing the democratization and accessibility of space travel. Advancements in human-computer interaction (HCI) systems are being designed to support a diverse range of missions, enabling better human integration in space environments [57]. Additionally, innovative research in areas such as space life sciences is expanding our understanding of how biological systems adapt to space conditions, furthering efforts to cultivate food in space through fermentation processes [58]. ...

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Materials Used in Space Shuttle: Evolution, Challenges, and Future Prospects – an Overview

... Technically, AM operates by constructing three-dimensional objects by layering materials according to a digital model. This innovative technique has demonstrated its prowess in crafting intricate components for high-tech applications, such as rocket engines [14,15], satellites [14], and space drones [16]. While AM utilizes diverse materials to fabricate parts tailored to specific needs [17], the process itself is complex. ...

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Scalable AI Framework for Defect Detection in Metal Additive Manufacturing

... Building on the foundation of the Shuttle, which facilitated significant technological advancements and international collaboration, current programs are now focusing on returning humans to the Moon through NASA's Artemis initiative. This program aims not only to establish a sustainable base on the Moon but also to prepare for future crewed missions to Mars [56]. ...

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Materials Used in Space Shuttle: Evolution, Challenges, and Future Prospects – an Overview

... Halushko, A.F. Petrovskyi, I.A. Yemelyanova, D.O. Chaika and others [3][4][5] as well as foreign scientists -Scott Peters, Mark Pivac, Markus Kayser, Nery Oxman, Joseph Paradiso, Daniela Rus, Nikita Chen-Yun-Tai, etc. [6][7][8]. They are engaged in automation and robotics of production processes and mathematical modelling for automation in various areas of industrial and construction products. ...

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MODERN METHOD OF APPLYING THE MIXTURE ON A VERTICAL SURFACE

... For example, they have been the essential components for satellites, exoplanet rovers and space telescopes [4,5]. They will continue to play a vital role in the future for in-orbit fabrication [6,7] and space habit construction [8][9][10]. Here on Earth, deployable structures are ideal for making military and civilian shelters [11,12] and are even used to develop novel soft robots [13][14][15][16]. ...

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‘Golden Ratio Yoshimura’ for meta-stable and massively reconfigurable deployment