NASA Invests in Humanoid Robot Helpers for Future Space Missions

NASA is investing in humanoid robots to assist astronauts on future missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
The startup Apptronik has developed a 5'8" 160 lb robot called Apollo that can walk, grab objects, and work alongside humans.
Apollo could explore caves or pits on the Moon or Mars that would be dangerous for astronauts.
NASA has worked with Apptronik to make Apollo modular and customizable for different tasks.
Humanoid robots like Apollo could help establish a permanent human presence on the Moon and Mars.

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