SpaceX has managed to relaunch the Spacecraft Dragon cargo into the ISS (International Space Station) this week. The spacecraft launch was delayed due to adverse weather conditions last week. One of the most exciting things about this launch is that the spacecraft is containing a lot of new stuff to the ISS.
CIMON 2: The AI Robot Relaunched by SpaceX
The spacecraft is also carrying the upgraded AI-enabled robot that floats in the space. The robot reportedly lost its cool in the space station when it was interacting with an Astronaut handler last time.
Almost a year ago, the CIMON robot failed during a test for its ability to perform as a robotic assistant to the scientists in the ISS. The robot is designed to give information about important tasks and provide useful tips to the scientists aboard. The robotic assistant also meant to provide reminders. However, the robot failed in the first series of tests in the space and encountered emotional issues.
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Robot Showcased weird behavior
A video showcasing the CIMON robot performing his required functions was released last year. It appeared that everything was going fine with the robot however ROBOT suddenly started showing a bizarre attitude. They were signs that it was hurt and then it questioned its handler. Alexander Gerst, the controller of the robot, was accused by CIMON for being mean. The robot even demanded Gerst to tell him whether he liked the robot or not. The behavior was peculiar for the robot and what it was programmed to do.
The upgraded version has Emotion Sensing
As per a report by Reuters, the updated version of the AI robot has been enhanced with the emotion-sensing feature. It is, however, not clear whether the new robot will have emotional mood swings or not like the first version.
Robots Can Be Companions to Scientists in Space
The lead architect of CIMON 2 said,
“The overall goal is to create a true companion”. He further added that the relationship between an astronaut and CIMON is essential. It’s trying to understand if the astronaut is sad, is he angry, joyful and so on.”
Ai Has Great Potential in Space Research
Artificial Intelligence can be of great help to the astronauts, the space travelers and the space scientists in the space stations. They can benefit a lot with the help of AI and explore other planets. The groups like NASA and ESA believe that the AI can have control over the space missions. The potential of AI is not limited to robots but also maintaining spacecraft, giving humans more time to explore science.