Fausto Casale
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Fausto Casale is a leading researcher in space debris mitigation and active debris removal, with a focus on touchless electrostatic technologies for stabilizing uncontrolled objects in orbit. His key research areas include orbital mechanics, spacecraft dynamics, and non-contact manipulation of uncooperative space debris. Casale’s most notable contribution is the development of a Lyapunov-optimal control strategy for electrostatic detumbling of debris in geostationary orbit, using a surface multisphere model to safely reduce high rotational velocities that pose collision risks to operational satellites. This work, published in 2021 and cited 21 times, addresses a critical challenge in debris removal—avoiding physical contact with tumbling, hazardous objects. By advancing touchless detumbling methods, Casale’s research offers a safer alternative to robotic arms or capture nets, enhancing the feasibility of future cleanup missions. His innovative approach has been recognized for its potential to mitigate the growing threat of space debris, making him a key contributor to sustainable space operations.
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