Kathiravan Thangavel

Khalifa University of Science and Technology

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Dr. Kathiravan Thangavel is a pioneering scholar at the intersection of artificial intelligence, space law, and emerging technology governance. His research focuses on the legal and ethical implications of deploying autonomous systems beyond Earth’s atmosphere, with particular emphasis on liability frameworks for AI-driven space operations. His most-cited work, *“Navigating AI-lien Terrain: Legal liability for artificial intelligence in outer space”* (2024, 17 citations), offers a groundbreaking analysis of how machine learning and deep learning systems challenge existing international space law. Dr. Thangavel argues that as AI-enabled spacecraft and robots become increasingly autonomous, traditional notions of legal responsibility must evolve to address novel risks and accountability gaps. His contributions have been recognized as essential reading for policymakers, legal scholars, and engineers working on next-generation space missions. By bridging technical AI capabilities with legal theory, Dr. Thangavel is shaping the regulatory landscape for humanity’s expansion into the cosmos, ensuring that innovation proceeds responsibly. His work continues to influence debates on liability, safety, and ethics in the rapidly advancing field of space AI.