Vyommitra

Vyommitra is a female-looking spacefaring Indian humanoid robot being developed by the ISRO

VYOMMITRA, the groundbreaking female humanoid robot, is all set to embark on a journey into space. Vyommitra is equipped with the ability to monitor module parameters, provide alerts, and carry out life support operations. This humanoid robot will be sent on India’s inaugural manned space mission, Gaganyaan.

Vyommitra WIKI (PROFILE)

Stage Name	Vyommitra
Real Name	Vyommitra
Profession	Humanoid robot
Gender	Female
Birthplace	India
Nationality	Indian

Vyommitra can perform tasks like operating switch panels and serving as a companion to astronauts. It can engage in conversations, recognize astronauts, and respond to their questions.

Vyommitra is a semi-humanoid robot with a robotic torso and head, equipped with two functional arms. Her legs, however, do not function, and she is designed to float in microgravity. Her purpose is to interact with astronauts and the Gaganyaan spacecraft during the mission.

The Gaganyaan project aims to showcase India’s capacity for human spaceflight. It envisions launching a crew of three members into orbit at an altitude of 400 km for a mission lasting three days and safely returning them to Earth by landing in the waters of the Indian Ocean.

The data collected by Vyommitra will be instrumental in enhancing the design of the Gaganyaan spacecraft and formulating procedures for upcoming manned space missions. Vyommitra’s mission marks a notable advancement in India’s space program and contributes to the groundwork for future manned space exploration.

The humanoid robot was initially revealed on January 22, 2020, at the Human Spaceflight and Exploration Symposium in Bengaluru. She is named after the Sanskrit word “Vyoma,” which translates to “space,” and “Mitra,” which means “friend.”