Rice and NASA develop open-source simulator for space robotics

NASA and Rice University launched the world's first open-source dynamic simulator for space robotics. The iMETRO Dynamic Simulation allows global researchers to develop and test robots for space vehicles and habitats, bridging a gap in accessible tools for complex manipulation challenges. This digital twin of NASA's iMETRO test facility enables remote development and validation of robotic applications, potentially freeing up astronaut time for critical mission tasks.