Robonauts Quiz

What is the primary challenge that Robonauts are designed to address?

• To perform tasks that are too risky for humans in space

• To replace astronauts on space missions

• To entertain the crew aboard the International Space Station

• To conduct scientific experiments independently

Where was the Robonaut designed and built?

• NASA Kennedy Space Center

• SpaceX Headquarters

• NASA Johnson Space Center

• European Space Agency

What is the significance of Robonaut 2 (R2) in the history of space exploration?

• It is the first robot to land on the moon

• It is the first dexterous humanoid robot in space

• It is the first robot to perform a spacewalk

• It is the first robot to be sent to Mars

What are the future upgrades planned for Robonaut 2 (R2)?

• To be able to fly spacecraft

• To conduct deep space missions

• To go outside into the vacuum of space and traverse lunar and Martian terrain

• To build a space station independently

What is the term used to describe the ability of Robonauts to use their hands with dexterity?

• Dexterous manipulation

• Robotic precision

• Automated handling

• Mechanical grip

What is the name of the four-wheeled rover being evaluated to work with Robonauts?

• Opportunity

• Curiosity

• Centaur 2

• Spirit

What is Robonaut 2 (R2) capable of handling compared to its predecessor R1?

• A. A narrower range of tools and interfaces

• B. The same range of tools and interfaces as R1

• C. A less dexterous range of tools and interfaces

• D. A wider range of tools and interfaces

Which of the following is an improvement found in Robonaut 2 (R2) over Robonaut 1 (R1)?

• A. Slower speeds than R1

• B. Less compact design

• C. Less dexterous capabilities

• D. Optimized overlapping dual arm dexterous workspace

What kind of tasks can Robonaut 2 perform on the International Space Station due to its design?

• A. Only tasks that require human supervision

• B. Only tasks that are not dangerous

• C. Tasks such as changing out an air filter without modifications to the existing design

• D. Tasks that require it to operate outside the space station

What is the advantage of Robonaut 2 bringing a set of tools for a robotic precursor mission?

• A. It requires a new set of specialized robotic connectors for each mission

• B. It increases the need for specialized robotic connectors

• C. It improves efficiency in the types of tools and removes the need for specialized robotic connectors

• D. It has no impact on the efficiency and need for specialized robotic connectors