We take a look at robots in space, and how different types of automated machines and robots are helping us explore the surface of Mars.

Researchers at NASA's Langley Research Center are developing soft robot actuators from 3D-printed flexible silicone molds to study how "soft robots" can be used for space exploration.

But robots like her could also one day operate in space. A humanoid robot resembles a person, typically with a torso, head, two arms and two legs.

Building robots for “Zero Mass” space exploration Ultra-lightweight building blocks can be assembled by simple robots.

"In space, it is even more attractive to use robots," he emphasises. "They can support or replace people to carry out tasks that are too dangerous, too difficult, repetitive, time consuming or ...

The robots that accompany a manned expedition to another world are monolithic space oddities, rectangular slabs whose plank-like segments can decouple and rotate to pull off a variety of actions.

What would a space ER look like? Bio-inks, magnetic robots, and fungi-inspired tubes are just some of the futuristic options.

These robots hold promise on Earth as well as in space ?they can help to build cars and assist astronauts during hazardous missions,too, the scientists say.