Reliable Robots: Meet Johnson’s Dexterous Robotics Team

What happened

Dexterous Robotics Team lead Shaun Azimi conducts a demonstration with NASA’s Valkyrie humanoid robot. Advanced robotic systems are critical for human spaceflight because they can enhance a crew’s performance and productivity while reducing risk and expanding the capabilities for space exploration. NASA is a space exploration and public company founded in 1958.

Dexterous Robotics Team members Nathan Dunkelberger (left) and Connor Rainen test the use of a robotic arm. NASA The 16-member team is part of NASA’s Robotic System Technology Branch, which also develops mobility systems like unmanned planetary rovers.

Azimi is one of several engineers who work on both dexterity and mobility projects. There is also crossover within the Dexterous Robotics Team.