Topic: Motiv Space Systems

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Motiv Space Systems, PickNik Robotics collaborate on software for NASA’s Fly Foundational Robotics (FFR) mission

February 11, 2026 · Motiv Space Systems and PickNik Robotics are supporting the software development for NASA’s FFR mission, providing robotic motion planning and arm control.

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Strengthening the Alliance With Robots for Deeper Space Exploration

August 6, 2023 · Space robotics offer safer and more economical ways to explore the moon, Mars, and beyond in this look at the opportunities.

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PickNik Robotics and Motiv Space Systems Partner to Develop Advanced Robot Arm Capabilities

April 13, 2023 · PickNik Robotics, which offers the MoveIt robot control software, and Motiv Space Systems, which makes the xLink robot arms, are working to advance in-space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing.

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