By Efosa Udinmwen
Publication Date: 2026-11-01 19:35:00
- Google and NASA are developing a robot to assist astronauts medically
- Deep-space communication delays could make onboard medical assistance essential during emergencies
- NASA’s robotic assistant could retrieve ultrasound equipment for astronauts experiencing severe pain
Google is developing a robotic medical assistant with NASA to help astronauts handle health emergencies and routine duties during future deep-space expeditions.
The system is intended to support onboard medical personnel while also performing maintenance, moving equipment, and managing supplies when medical assistance is unnecessary.
The project remains experimental, with laboratory testing indicating progress in basic robotic tasks rather than readiness for autonomous medical procedures.
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