I believe in the power of collaboration and sharing knowledge to advance the field. Here, you will find a list of the conferences and publications that I have participated in, showcasing my commitment to staying informed and contributing to the space community.
Each conference and publication represents an opportunity to learn from experts in the field, share ideas and best practices, and stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in space engineering. Whether presenting a technical paper or attending a workshop, I always come away from these events with valuable insights and inspiration.
Through my contributions to conferences and publications, I have had the good fortune of connecting with like-minded individuals who have made meaningful contributions to the field of aerospace engineering. I am humbled by these accomplishments and the role they have played in my personal and professional growth.
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(paper code: IAC–24–D1,7,9,x82346)
SmallSat-Based Near-Earth Object (NEO) Detection using Transformer AI for Improved Planetary Defense
(paper code: IAC–24–E10,IP,14,x88855)
I participated in the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) 2024 in Milan, where I presented two research papers. The first paper, titled "SmallSat-Based Near-Earth Object (NEO) Detection Using Transformer A.I. for Improved Planetary Defense" co-authored with Ekaterina Gikalo from TUM, proposed using Visual Transformers (ViT) on SmallSats to autonomously detect smaller Near-Earth Objects that current systems often miss.
The second paper, "Sustainable Development of Small Satellites Using Life Cycle Assessment (LCA): A Systems Engineering Approach" analyzed the environmental impacts associated with SmallSat missions. It applied an LCA methodology to identify opportunities for more sustainable satellite design, manufacturing, operation, and disposal practices.
During the event, I also attended the 31st Workshop on Space Technology for Socio-Economic Benefits, organised by UNOOSA, in partnership with the IAF and the Government of the Italian Republic.
This conference was a significant milestone for me, as I was honoured with the Emerging Space Leaders Award by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF).
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(paper code: IAC-22,D3,2A,10,x71263)
I attended the IAC 2022 in Paris as one of the representatives of the Space Generation Advisory Council's Small Satellite Project Group (SSPG). My team worked on a project entitled "Conceptual Design of a Sustainable SmallSat Constellation to Enable a Reliable Lunar Communication Network." This project was the culmination of almost 10 months of effort by a team of space enthusiasts spanning 4 continents.
The paper focused on the feasibility and practicality of using a constellation of SmallSats for a cost-effective and sustainable lunar communication infrastructure. We addressed system trade-offs and places a focus on Optical Communication Technology (OCT). We also presented a promising satellite architecture solution that meets the defined requirements and discussed debris mitigation on cislunar orbits.
To read the conference proceedings, click below.
I attended the IAC 2022 in Paris as one of the representatives of the Space Generation Advisory Council's Small Satellite Project Group (SSPG). My team worked on a project entitled "Conceptual Design of a Sustainable SmallSat Constellation to Enable a Reliable Lunar Communication Network." This project was the culmination of almost 10 months of effort by a team of space enthusiasts spanning 4 continents.
The paper focused on the feasibility and practicality of using a constellation of SmallSats for a cost-effective and sustainable lunar communication infrastructure. We addressed system trade-offs and places a focus on Optical Communication Technology (OCT). We also presented a promising satellite architecture solution that meets the defined requirements and discussed debris mitigation on cislunar orbits.
My team and I have successfully authored two papers titled "Design of a Solar-Tracking Mechanism in the EPS of ÆtherSat" and "Design and Analysis of the External Structure and Internal Configuration of ÆtherSat". These papers have been published in IEEE Xplore and presented at the 2021 IEEE Pune Section International Conference.
In our research, we modeled a solar tracking mechanism to optimize power generation in ÆtherSat, a 1U student CubeSat in Low Earth Orbit. Additionally, we meticulously analyzed numerous external structures and internal configurations to enhance the overall design and mechanical capabilities of the satellite.
As the speaker for the paper "Design and Analysis of the External Structure and Internal Configuration of ÆtherSat", I presented our findings at the conference.