A giant task of building in space

Plus: A mathematical model could make a new epoch in stem cell treatments. Oct 15, 2022 [Blueprint]( Exploring space is something that fascinates many, however, being able to explore space and assemble construction projects seems like something out of science fiction. Not only would such tasks be difficult, but they could also possibly be dangerous. Thanks to a new study, we may be a step closer in bringing this idea of building and manufacturing in space to reality. Combining astronomy with artificial intelligence, one day robots could be assembling buildings, working on maintenance or taking over large construction projects in space. These are jobs that could require work under extreme conditions. That’s where the E-Walker makes its debut. This walking robot was designed to take on the mission of constructing and assembling huge projects in space. The prototype already has its first job, to build a large telescope while out in space, no small task. There are so many promising opportunities for this robot when it does head into space. Before we think of all the amazing things that can be created with this helpful robot, including possible future skyscrapers on other planets, [take a look at what happens]( when you throw a coin off a skyscraper here on our planet. Good morning. I’m Brittney, an Editor at IE. Welcome to today’s issue of The Blueprint. Let’s get started. This weekend, in The Blueprint, premium subscribers can read about extraterrestrial diamond rain, how it forms and how it can be recreated on Earth, a fascinating concept. Don't miss out — [subscribe to IE+ today]( receive exclusive interviews, features, and much more. [Play]VIDEO OF THE DAY [What would happen if you threw a penny out of the Empire State building?]( [The answer may surprise you.]( The answer may surprise you. [Must Read]MUST READ [The future of space construction may have just been revolutionized by a new walking robot]( [The E-Walker has been tried and tested on Earth, but it's yet to prove itself in space.]( [The E-Walker has been tried and tested on Earth, but it's yet to prove itself in space.]( iStock/Vitaly Kusaylo Researchers have designed a state-of-the-art walking robot to take on the behemoth task of space construction. A[robot prototype]( has already been tested here on Earth by assembling a 25m Large Aperture Space Telescope. The telescope would usually be built in space, which is the robot’s future duty. Doubling up on its potential duties, a smaller-scale prototype of the same robot has also been created and shows promise for large construction applications on Earth, such as maintenance of wind turbines. Building, maintaining, and servicing large construction projects could not be any harder or more needed than in space, with the potential exception of deep-ocean ones. 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[Eventually, they will build outer space skyscrapers taller than those here on Earth.]( [It’s innovative and a giant step in the right direction, especially for safety of mankind.]( [Robots won’t be as meticulous and won’t be able to carefully construct buildings.]( [These robots might be working side-by-side with humans constructing on our planet.]( YESTERDAY'S RESULTS Yesterday we asked what technology might help us capture detailed images from far away distances. 60 percent of you said camera sensor technologies. 60% Camera sensor technologies 23% More funding for space photography 11% It’s hard to say 7% Further ruggerdizing of cameras [QUOTE OF THE DAY]QUOTE OF THE DAY “Look up at the stars and not down at your feet. Try to make sense of what you see, and wonder about what makes the universe exist. 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