Federica Angeletti

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Federica Angeletti is a leading researcher in space robotics, specializing in on-orbit servicing (OOS) technologies. Her work focuses on the development of autonomous robotic systems capable of repairing, refueling, or deorbiting non-cooperative spacecraft—a critical capability for sustainable space operations. Angeletti’s major contributions include pioneering a deep learning strategy for controlling space robotic manipulators during OOS missions, enabling real-time decision-making in complex, uncooperative environments. Her 2019 paper on this topic has garnered 15 citations, establishing a foundation for AI-driven autonomy in space. She has also advanced multi-body dynamics modeling, as demonstrated in her 2021 work on dual-arm robotic systems, which integrates Kane and Newton approaches to analyze the intricate interactions between a spacecraft platform and its robotic arms. This research addresses the challenges of capturing and manipulating tumbling debris or satellites. Angeletti’s work is instrumental in transitioning OOS from concept to practical implementation, with implications for extending satellite lifetimes and reducing space debris. Her achievements highlight her as a rising authority in the intersection of robotics, AI, and space engineering, inspiring future innovations in autonomous space missions.