Venture capital firms have invested over $47 million in Gitai's mission.

By reducing space labor costs and mitigating safety risks with robots, Nakanose seeks to transform the industry.

Living and working in space poses significant dangers and expenses for humans.

With risks like radiation exposure and high costs, robotic technology provides a more practical and affordable solution for space exploration.

Gitai's inch-worm type robotic arm performs maintenance and repair tasks on spacecraft, enhancing efficiency and safety.

Their Lunar robotic rover enables navigation and operation on the lunar surface, expanding possibilities for scientific research.

Gitai has already conducted successful tech demos in the International Space Station, showcasing the capabilities of their robots.

With plans for another demo outside the ISS, Gitai's progress is paving the way for transformative advancements in space exploration.

A recent $30 million series B funding round will further expand Gitai's operations, enabling the realization of future projects.

Before founding Gitai, Sho Nakanose had a background in IT consulting, but his passion for robotics led him to Tokyo.

Having sold his previous company, Nakanose established Gitai in 2016, aspiring to develop cost-effective robotic systems for space.

Gitai's contributions extend beyond their own operations, offering potential cost-saving solutions to other space companies.

Inspired by the anime film 'Ghost in the Shell,' Nakanose found the perfect name for his venture.

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