Hiroto Katagiri
Papers
2
Total Citations
21
H-Index
2
About
Hiroto Katagiri is a space systems engineer whose research centers on microsatellite attitude determination and control, ground-based verification systems, and optical satellite communications. His major contributions include the development and validation of a satellite dynamics simulator that enables hardware-in-the-loop testing for microsatellites, significantly improving the reliability and speed of their development. This work, published in 2017 with 13 citations, established a ground test environment crucial for verifying attitude control systems before launch. Katagiri also contributed to the RISESAT microsatellite project at Tohoku University’s Space Robotics Laboratory, where he helped develop and evaluate the optical ground station tracking control system for the VSOTA laser transmission terminal. This 50-kg-class Earth observation satellite, launched in 2018, demonstrated key technologies for satellite-to-ground laser communication. His work bridges simulation and real-world flight data, enhancing the operational readiness of small satellites. Katagiri’s research is foundational for engineers seeking to reduce risk and cost in microsatellite missions through rigorous ground testing.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1
- 2