| 摘要 |
PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a method, system and apparatus for robotic refuelling of satellite.SOLUTION: A system includes a robotic arm 16, suitable tools which can be mounted to an end effector 18 of the robotic arm required for accessing, opening and closing the fuel fill valve on the satellite being serviced, storage and retrieval stations on a tool caddy on which the tools and various fuel fill valve caps are stored. The system is under teleoperation by a remotely located operator, for example located on earth, in the mother station or in the space station. Cameras are included focused on the robotic arm and end effector and images are transmitted to the operator to allow the operator to direct and control the refuelling procedure. The system may also be configured to be operated autonomously under computer control. |
