Dimitrios Psarros
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Dimitrios Psarros is a researcher specializing in spacecraft dynamics, control systems, and space robotics, with a particular focus on experimental simulation technologies. His work centers on developing and validating hardware-in-the-loop testbeds that replicate microgravity environments on Earth, enabling engineers to study orbital maneuvers and attitude control without costly space missions. Psarros’s major contribution lies in advancing minimum-fuel control techniques for space robot simulators, specifically integrating reaction wheels and pulse-width-modulated (PWM) thrusters to achieve precise, fuel-efficient motion. His seminal 2007 paper on this topic, cited 2 times, demonstrates how air-bearing planar simulators can bridge the gap between theoretical control strategies and real-world spacecraft performance. By optimizing thruster firing sequences and reaction wheel coordination, Psarros has helped reduce propellant consumption—a critical factor for mission longevity. His work is foundational for researchers developing autonomous docking, debris removal, and on-orbit servicing technologies. Psarros’s achievements underscore the importance of ground-based testing in lowering the cost and risk of space exploration, making his research invaluable for students and engineers seeking to design next-generation robotic spacecraft.
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