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Robots proposed for hazardous work astronauts face

Original: RE: https:// flipboard.com/@flipboarduk/tec hnology-uk-edition-jskurn6iz/-/a-Zp60fl_PR_mARkI-NmE2iw%3Aa%3A26228122-%2F0

A UK technology story circulating on social media argues robots should take on tasks that currently expose astronauts to radiation. Commenters broadly agree, saying automation in this area would cost no jobs and keep crews safe, with one post calling it 'exactly the sort of thing robots should be used for'.

Why now: Renewed debate about using robots for dangerous space tasks instead of risking human crews

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• RE: https:// flipboard.com/@flipboarduk/tec hnology-uk-edition-jskurn6iz/-/a-Zp60fl_PR_mARkI-NmE2iw%3Aa%3A26228122-%2F0 Can't help feeling this is EXACTLY the sort of thing robots should be used for. No jobs being lost there, Astronauts aren't irradiated, everyone is happy. #… · Lazarou · 4

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