Danilo Roascio

Massachusetts Institute of Technology, IIT@MIT

Papers

3

Total Citations

42

H-Index

3

About

Danilo Roascio is a researcher whose work lies at the intersection of space robotics, autonomous systems, and adaptive control. His key contributions focus on enabling complex multi-satellite operations, including on-orbit servicing, assembly, and debris mitigation. Roascio’s most cited work, “Simulation of a tethered microgravity robot pair and validation on a planar air bearing” (2016, 21 citations), demonstrates his ability to bridge theoretical modeling with experimental validation, a critical skill for developing reliable space technologies. He further advanced the field by co-authoring a study on a “Reconfigurable ground and flight testing facility for robotic servicing, capture, and assembly” (2016, 12 citations), providing a versatile platform for testing autonomous proximity operations. In his 2017 paper on “Concurrent adaptive control and parameter estimation through composite adaptation,” Roascio tackled the challenge of controlling spacecraft with unknown or changing parameters—a fundamental problem for missions involving uncooperative targets. His work is notable for its practical orientation, combining control theory with real-world testing constraints. With a growing citation record, Roascio is establishing himself as a thoughtful contributor to the future of autonomous space robotics.

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H-Index
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Papers
42
Total Citations
14
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Simulation of a tethered microgravity robot pair and validation on a planar air bearing
21 citations · 2016
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2016 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 11
🏛 Institutions: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, IIT@MIT

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