NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston is home to the Dexterous Robotics Team, a group of 16 engineers working on developing robotic hardware and software to support the space agency's vision for the future. Led by Shaun Azimi, the team's goal is to create robots that can work alongside humans in space, making exploration safer and more sustainable. The team's focus is on developing robots that can perform tasks that humans do with their hands, such as manipulating objects and tools. This is crucial for future space missions, where robots can enhance a crew's performance and productivity while reducing risk. The team is part of NASA's Robotic System Technology Branch, which also develops mobility systems like unmanned planetary rovers. Azimi and his team have experience working on two well-known humanoid robots, the Robonaut 2 and Valkyrie, which have participated in robotics technology demonstrations aboard the International Space Station. The team's work is a key part of NASA's efforts to push the boundaries of space exploration and make it more accessible to humans. By developing robots that can work alongside humans, the team is helping to pave the way for a future where humans and robots can collaborate in space.