This workshop addresses the paradigm shift from traditional “arrival-oriented” space missions to the continuous operation of a “sustainable presence.” We highlight the indispensable role of space robotics across the entire mission lifecycle—serving as the precursors, builders, and custodians of extraterrestrial infrastructure.

By bringing together conceptual framing, agency and industry insights, and structured community discussion, the workshop seeks to chart a comprehensive roadmap. Together, we will explore how autonomous systems will pioneer, construct, and ensure the long-term maintenance of infrastructure for future human settlements on the Moon, Mars, and in Earth orbit.

Contributions are welcome on (but not limited to):

• Robotic pre-deployment of infrastructure (power, habitats, ISRU plants)

• Dexterous manipulation, modular assembly, and multi-robot collaboration

• In-space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing (ISAM)

• Autonomy and fleet management under deep-space communication constraints

• Simulation frameworks, digital twins, and validation platforms

• Robotic interfaces, standards, and modular affordances

• AI-driven autonomy, explainable mission planning, and safety assurance

• Lessons learned from ISS and on-orbit demonstrations and ground analog tests

Mandatory Submission

• Abstract - through Google Form. (2000 words max.)

Optional

•  Extended Abstracts (1–4 pages in IEEE conference format are invited).

• Related publications (already published, if relevant)

• Video links (optional, e.g. demonstration footage or simulation results)

All submissions will undergo a review for relevance and quality.

If you have problem submitting through Google Form, please contact us at spacerobotics-sustainable@googlegroups.com

For accepted authors:

All accepted authors will be invited to submit (1) and/or (2):

1. Submit a paper* for inclusion in the workshop proceedings.
   *Extended abstract (1~2 pages) or full paper (max. 8 pages)

2. Present a poster during the networking session.

In addition, selected authors will be eligible to:

3. Deliver a Lightning Talk (3 minutes TBD) during the workshop (selected contributions).

Authors who wish to be considered for a Lightning Talk should indicate this at the time of abstract submission (via the submission form).

At least one of the accepted authors and participants should register to the iSpaRo conference.