ROKOT (robot)

History

2025: Product Announcement

In May 2025, Roscosmos Corporation announced the commissioning of a specialized collector robot designed for the production of RD-191 rocket engines. This device will be used in the assembly of power plants for the latest Russian launch vehicles.

The robotic complex called "ROKOT" was developed by domestic engineers and is a unique solution for the Russian space industry. The device is equipped with a vision system, high-precision manipulators and specialized software, which allows it to perform complex operations to assemble rocket engine components.

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Фото: Roscosmos

The robot has an aluminum exoskeleton that provides the necessary strength and accuracy of movement when working with heavy parts. The weight of the device is about 40 kilograms, while it is able to manipulate objects of much greater weight thanks to the system of hydraulic drives.

The main task of the robot is to assemble the critical components of the RD-191 engine, which is used in the launch vehicles of the Angara family. Automation of this process will significantly increase assembly accuracy and eliminate the human factor in the production of complex rocket components.

The robot software is designed with all the process requirements for assembling motors in mind. The device is able to independently conduct assembly quality control at each stage and record even minimal deviations from the specified parameters.

According to the information provided, the cost of one robot collector is approximately ₽7,5 million. Despite significant initial investments, experts note that the robotic system will pay off within 3-4 years by increasing production speed and reducing the amount of production scrap.^[1]

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