Eric Dupuis

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Total Citations

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About

Eric Dupuis is a leading figure in space robotics, best known for his pioneering work in autonomous on-orbit servicing and satellite capture. His most influential contribution, the 2007 paper "Autonomous capture of a tumbling satellite," has garnered over 104 citations and established a foundational framework for robotic manipulation of non-cooperative space objects. Through a combination of laboratory experiments and remote-operation strategies, Dupuis addressed one of the most challenging problems in astrodynamics: safely grappling a satellite that is rotating uncontrollably. His research integrates autonomy, perception, and control systems to enable spacecraft to perform complex servicing tasks without direct human intervention. This work has profound implications for extending satellite lifetimes, reducing space debris, and enabling future missions involving orbital assembly and refueling. Dupuis’s achievements have positioned him as a key contributor to the advancement of intelligent robotic systems for space exploration, making his research essential reading for students and engineers working at the intersection of robotics and aerospace engineering.