Robotics and Operations

NSAW 2004 Conference

Outreach ProgramsEveryone loves robots

Use our status as leaders of the field of robotics to develop awareness of the CSA’s accomplishments and projects

Target children in school Have a constant presence in the curriculum Continue with conferences at highschool and university level

Use the tangible nature of robotics to promote the CSA in general Robots are cool

Use resources we currently have for public relations Astronauts Relationships with universities

Link the development of space robotics to future economic growth

Applications of Technology

Docking, servicing

Space probe components

Life support

Autonomic systems, 3d vision

Terraforming, mining of astral bodies

Moon/Mars bases

Telemedicine

Search and Rescue

Automation

Haptic Devices, Man-Machine interfaces

Satellite servicing

Mining

Space Sector Public Sector

Knowledge

Experience

Training

Reputation

Complementary Industries

World-Class Country in Robotics

Present

Future

Proposed Cost Structure

25% of total budget to be devoted to robotics $125 million total

60% of this total is to be devoted to current procurement and commitments $75 million per year

4% for outreach programs $5 million per year

36% for ongoing R & D $45 million per year

Do you want to stay in the lead?