NASA New Technologies: On-Orbit Servicing and Manufacturing

Explore the evolution and future of on-orbit servicing and manufacturing in this informative National Space Society Space Forum presentation. Delve into NASA's journey from 1960s satellite servicing concepts to the groundbreaking OSAM-1 mission, set to launch in 2026. Learn about the technological advancements enabling robotic satellite refueling, orbit relocation, and large-scale space construction. Discover how government and private industry are collaborating to create a sustainable future in space through innovative technologies. Gain insights from James Tomaka, a mission systems engineer at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, as he discusses past achievements like the Hubble Space Telescope servicing missions and the International Space Station assembly, while highlighting the potential of robotics in future space activities.