Icarus Robotics Selects KULR Technology for JOY Space Robot's Power System
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Icarus Robotics has announced KULR Technology Group as the battery supplier for its autonomous free-flying robot, JOY, which is set to launch to the International Space Station (ISS) in early 2027. KULR will provide its KULR ONE Space (K1S) battery systems, engineered to NASA safety standards, ensuring reliable operation aboard the ISS.
The partnership is significant as KULR’s battery technology has already been validated during the Artemis II lunar mission, which enhances the approval process with NASA. Icarus co-founder Ethan Barajas emphasized the importance of flight heritage in the space sector, stating that proven components expedite the approval process, crucial for a startup like Icarus.
Looking ahead, JOY, powered by embodied AI, aims to assist astronauts with routine tasks and infrastructure maintenance, allowing them to concentrate on more critical research objectives. No further timeline was disclosed at the time of publication.
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Icarus Robotics uses KULR technology to power JOY free-flying space robot
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