Will robots replace humans one day? When it comes to space exploration, robots are our precursors, gathering data to prepare humans for deep space. ESA robotics engineer Martin Azkarate discusses some of the upcoming missions involving robots and the unique science they will perform in this episode of Meet the Experts.

For more information about robotics, visit: http://www.esa.int/Enabling_Support/Space_Engineering_Technology/Automation_and_Robotics

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