STAARK: Modular Robotic System
LARIS Gripper displayed on STAARK robotic arm is developed by PIAP Space
OVERVIEW
STAARK Product Information
The manipulator is made with highly modular joints and links that allow easy customization of dexterity and length to address a wide range of mission requirements and stowage volume constraints. A robotic control unit is provided that guarantees functional performance, power supply, heater power and telemetry and telecommand.
| Dexterity | 6 Degrees-of-freedom |
| Total extended reach | 1.92 m (base-to-tool flange) |
| Stowage volume | 1100 mm x 655 mm x 275 mm |
| Mass (including HDRMs and Robot control unit) | 32 KG |
| Voltage supply | 28V DC unregulated (+/- 6 V) |
| Communication interfaces | RS-422/SpaceWire, 100Mbit Ethernet |
| Tool flange | ISO-9401-1, ISO-9409-1-50-4, Axia-80-F/T-Interface |
Product Additions
RCU – Robotic Control Unit
The Robot Control Unit (RCU) is key to the system, responsible for arm-level control and processing. It provides power distribution to joints and end effector and high performance processing unit for autonomous and smart operations
The RCU includes:
Robotics Processing Unit (RPU): Handles motion planning and data processing.
Power Distribution Unit (PDU): Manages power conditioning and distribution.
Interface Control Board (IPCB): Provides data and communication interfaces.
| Data/Command Interface |
1 x DB-9 (2 x RS-422 bus) 1 x Micro-D9 (1 x 1000BaseT-Ethernet) |
| Power Interface | 2 x DB3W3 (28V Main, 28V Redundant) |
| Heater Power | 1 x DB-3W3 28V line |
| PDU Telemetry Interface | 1 x DB-9 PDU TM/TC interface (for troubleshooting, FDIR) |
| Telemetry Header Format | CCSDS Space Packet Protocol (SPP) |
| End Effector Interface | 1 x DB-15 (Integrated 28V, CAN, LVCMOS Interface) |
| Vision Interface | 1 x microD-9 (1000BaseT Ethernet) |
STAARK has been developed in Luxembourg, as a part of the Luxembourg National Space Programme LuxIMPULSE, with technical support from European Space Agency (ESA)
The product information contained on this page is (i) an approximation based on current design plans, (ii) provided for informational purposes only, and (iii) subject to change without notice. This information does not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or representation of final product features, specifications, or performance. Actual features, specifications, and performance may vary due to product updates, design modifications, regulatory requirements, or other factors. Please contact us directly for the most up-to-date product details.
