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Davide Invernizzi is a leading researcher in the field of space robotics and autonomous systems, with a primary focus on In-Orbit Servicing (IOS) and Active Debris Removal (ADR). His work centers on developing advanced guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) systems for spacecraft proximity operations, particularly the autonomous capture of target vehicles using robotic manipulators. Invernizzi’s major contributions include pioneering a combined control and navigation approach that integrates satellite and robotic arm dynamics, enabling precise and safe capture maneuvers in close-proximity scenarios. His 2024 paper on "Satellite and robotic arm combined control for spacecraft close-proximity operations" has garnered 9 citations, reflecting its immediate relevance to the space community. His earlier 2021 work, "Combined Control and Navigation Approach to the Robotic Capture of Space Vehicles," with 5 citations, laid foundational groundwork for technical solutions addressing the critical challenges of space debris and satellite life extension. Invernizzi’s research is instrumental in advancing autonomous space missions, with potential applications in future orbital servicing and debris mitigation, making him a notable figure in the evolving landscape of space technology.