AUS students who “fought ammonia leak on ISS” to represent UAE in Kibo robotics challenge

AUS students who “fought ammonia leak on ISS” to represent UAE in Kibo robotics challenge

This challenge is a collaborative effort between the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and NASA, where students are offered a global platform to highlight their advanced programming acumen by controlling Astrobee, a free-flying robot, within a simulated setting.

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This September, the spotlight will be on the finale, where teams will remotely pilot the robot inside the Japanese Experiment Module (Kibo) on the ISS. The event will culminate with the announcement of the top three winning teams, followed by an award ceremony.

Adnan AlRais, mission manager, UAE Astronaut Programme, MBRSC, echoed the sentiments of pride and achievement. “This moment of triumph is a testament to the talents and innovative capabilities of our youth. As we expand our footprint in the space frontier, events like the Kibo-RPC underscore the importance of integrating space science in our education system. We are not only fostering future astronauts but also contributing to the creation of a knowledge-driven society ready to face the challenges of tomorrow,” he expressed.

The national selection for this year’s Kibo-RPC started in February 2023 with a call for participation, with several universities across the UAE applying. Among the contenders for the final selection were the victorious AUS-IEEE-RAS team, a group of space enthusiasts from