Robots in space? A new GAO report says they could change everything—from satellite repairs to space junk
Robots in space? A new GAO report says they could change everything—from satellite repairs to space junk  
Podcast: The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton
Published On: Wed Aug 13 2025
Description: A new GAO report says in-space servicing and manufacturing could revolutionize how we build, fix, and even recycle satellites. But while the tech is promising, the report warns that policy gaps and technical hurdles could slow progress. Here to share how this capability might move forward is Director for Science, Technology Assessment and Analytics at GAO, Karen Howard.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.