PROJECT CIMON (SPACE AI ROBOT)

Current Context: The International Space Station (ISS) now uses advanced artificial intelligence (AI) robots like Cimon to support astronauts during space missions.

ABOUT CIMON

• Full Form: Crew Interactive Mobile Companion
• Developed By: Airbus, IBM, and German Space Agency
• Launched: 2018
• Type: Voice-controlled, floating robot

Features:

• Displays step-by-step instructions
• Offers hands-free information access
• Records and monitors experiments
• Uses AI to interact like a helpful teammate

Purpose:

• Reduces workload of astronauts
• Increases efficiency and safety in space missions