AstroForge Develops AI-Controlled Spacecraft for Asteroid Mining

Sep 22, 2026

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AstroForge is creating an autonomous spacecraft control system named 'Solo' to enable asteroid mining missions. The company plans to launch its first AI-driven spacecraft in 2027, supported by NASA, which aims to gather scientific data about the Sun.

AstroForge is developing technology to mine asteroids and has created an autonomous control system called 'Solo.'
The company plans to launch its first autonomous spacecraft in 2027 on a rocket from Stoke Space, with NASA backing the mission.
AstroForge has previously launched two prototype spacecraft, both of which encountered issues that hindered their mission success.
The company aims to enhance spacecraft autonomy by integrating AI with traditional control algorithms, allowing the spacecraft to resolve anomalies independently.
AstroForge's third vehicle, DeepSpace-2, is scheduled to launch in late 2026, with Solo onboard for testing before the Autonomy-1 mission.
The CEO of AstroForge, Matthew Gialich, emphasizes the need for the spacecraft to operate without reliance on Earth-based communication during the Autonomy-1 mission.

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AstroForge Develops AI-Controlled Spacecraft for Asteroid Mining

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