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A robotic arm for space is a mechanical system engineered to carry out precise tasks in the extreme conditions of outer space. It features joints, actuators, and sensors that facilitate controlled motion, object manipulation, and the execution of complex procedures. These robotic arms are commonly employed for satellite handling, spacecraft assembly, maintenance operations, and supporting scientific experiments in microgravity environments.
The primary types of space robotic arms include articulated, selective compliance articulated robot arms (SCARA), Cartesian, cylindrical, polar, and others. Articulated arms, with multiple joints, offer a broad range of motion and replicate the movements of a human arm. Payload capacities are generally categorized into low, medium, and high. Key applications include satellite servicing, space station upkeep, cargo handling, assembly operations, and more. These systems are utilized by a variety of end-users, including government space agencies, commercial space enterprises, research institutions, and others.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
The sharp hike in U.S. tariffs and the associated trade disputes in spring 2025 are notably impacting the aerospace and defense sector by raising costs for titanium, carbon fiber composites, and avionics materials largely sourced from global suppliers. Defense contractors, locked into fixed-price government contracts, absorb these added costs, while commercial aerospace firms face airline pushback on higher aircraft prices. Delays in component shipments due to customs bottlenecks further disrupt tight production schedules for jets and satellites. The industry is responding by stockpiling critical materials, seeking waivers for defense-related imports, and collaborating with allied nations to diversify supply chain.
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The robotic arm for space market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $3.61 billion in 2024 to $4.14 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.5%. The growth during the historical period can be attributed to increased investments by government space agencies in robotic technologies, growing demand for in-orbit satellite servicing and maintenance, a rise in international space missions necessitating robotic assistance, enhanced collaboration between the defense and space sectors for advanced robotics development, and advancements in autonomy and remote operation capabilities in early space programs.
The robotic arm for space market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.03 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.2%. The projected growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the rising demand for satellite launches and in-orbit maintenance, increased investment in commercial space missions and deep space exploration, growing adoption of autonomous robotic systems for complex operations in space, expanded government funding and support for space robotics technologies, and an increasing need for robotic systems in on-orbit servicing and planetary exploration. Key trends expected during this period include advancements in artificial intelligence and automation integration, the development of modular and flexible robotic systems, innovations in autonomy and AI-driven decision-making, progress in miniaturization and energy efficiency, and a strong focus on technologies supporting interplanetary missions and on-orbit servicing.
The growing number of satellite launches is expected to drive the expansion of the robotic arm for the space market. Satellite launches involve sending artificial satellites into orbit around Earth or other celestial bodies using rockets or launch vehicles. This rise in satellite launches is largely due to the increasing global demand for enhanced communication networks, requiring more satellites to deliver faster, more reliable internet, mobile connectivity, and data services. Robotic arms play a critical role in supporting these missions by accurately capturing, positioning, and deploying satellites into their designated orbits from spacecraft or space stations. For example, in February 2024, the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) announced plans for approximately 100 launches in 2024, following 67 launches in 2023. This surge in activity is contributing significantly to the growth of the robotic arm for the space market.
Leading companies in the robotic arm for the space market are investing in technological advancements such as in-space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing (ISAM) to support satellite maintenance, extend spacecraft lifespans, and facilitate on-orbit construction and autonomous operations. ISAM involves using robotic and autonomous systems to maintain, repair, assemble, and manufacture spacecraft and structures directly in orbit. For instance, in January 2024, GITAI USA Inc., a U.S.-based space robotics startup, launched its autonomous dual robotic arm system, S2, aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 NG-20 mission to the International Space Station. The 1.5-meter-long robotic arm is equipped with a proprietary tool changer and is designed for tasks such as satellite servicing, orbital assembly, and on-orbit manufacturing. This marks a significant advancement in autonomous robotic operations in space.
In January 2022, Blue Origin LLC, a U.S.-based aerospace manufacturer and spaceflight services provider, acquired Honeybee Robotics for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition aims to strengthen Blue Origin's technological capabilities and broaden its expertise in robotics and autonomous systems essential for space missions and planetary exploration. Honeybee Robotics is a U.S.-based company known for developing advanced robotics solutions, including robotic arms and systems designed for space exploration and utilization.
Major players in the robotic arm for space market are Airbus SE, Leonardo S.p.A., Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd., Blue Origin LLC, Oceaneering International Inc., SENER Grupo De Ingenieria S.A., Sierra Nevada Corporation, MDA Space Ltd., GITAI Inc., ClearSpace SA, Space Applications Services NV/SA, Astrobotic Technology Inc., Novium Inc., Motiv Space Systems Inc., Lunar Outpost Inc., PIAP Space Sp. z o.o., China Academy Of Space Technology (CAST), Rovial Space Inc., Astrabionics Inc., Lodestar Space Ltd.
North America was the largest region in the robotic arm for space market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in robotic arm for space report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the robotic arm for space market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The robotic arm for space market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as on-orbit satellite servicing and maintenance, assembly and construction of space infrastructure, assistance during extravehicular activities, autonomous or remote dexterous operations, payload handling and manipulation. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The robotic arm for space market also includes of sales of selective compliance assembly robot arm (SCARA), delta arm, parallel arm, hybrid arm, and telescopic arm. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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