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European Robotic Arm (ERA) robot

European Robotic Arm (ERA)

ESA · Aerospace · 2021

11.3 m symmetrical 7-DOF arm with end effectors at both ends, allowing it to 'walk' hand-over-hand around the Russian segment of the ISS. Launched on the Nauka module in July 2021 and operational since 2022 after commissioning spacewalks. Built by Airbus Defence and Space Netherlands. Designed for cosmonaut EVA support and external payload handling.

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European Robotic Arm (ERA) — full specifications

CategoryAerospace
Sub-typeSpace Station Arm
StatusActive
Year2021
OriginEurope
Also known asERA, European Robotic Arm
Announced1996
Released2021-07-21
Weight630 kg
FrameCFRP composite, aluminum
Degrees of freedom7
Payload8000 kg
Reach11300 mm
Repeatability±5 mm
Actuator typeBrushless DC motors
Made inNetherlands (Airbus Defence and Space)

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