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Chiara Toglia is a leading researcher in the field of space robotics, with a primary focus on the control and manipulation of flexible and modular systems for in-orbit servicing. Her work addresses critical challenges in automating complex tasks that are currently performed by astronauts, aiming to reduce the cost and risk of manned space missions. A major contribution is her research on cooperative control of self-assembling robots, where she has demonstrated that modular, reconfigurable satellites can offer enhanced reliability and lower launch costs. Her most cited paper, "Optimal target grasping of a flexible space manipulator for a class of objectives" (33 citations), provides foundational methods for precise robotic manipulation in microgravity. Toglia has also advanced the field through experimental validation of cooperative control strategies for self-assembling systems, a topic explored in her 2009 work (10 citations). Her ongoing investigation into optimal maneuvers for deploying space manipulators further underscores her commitment to enabling autonomous, cost-effective orbital operations. Through her research, Toglia is helping to shape the next generation of autonomous space systems, making in-orbit repair, refueling, and assembly more feasible and reliable.