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About
Jean-Pascal Lutze is a leading researcher in the field of in-space robotic assembly, focusing on the development of autonomous systems for constructing large-scale space infrastructure. His work primarily addresses the critical challenge of assembling massive structures—such as next-generation space telescopes and orbital platforms—that cannot be launched as a single piece due to payload fairing constraints. Lutze’s major contributions lie in hybrid motion planning algorithms that coordinate multi-armed robots during loco-manipulation tasks, minimizing platform disturbances that could destabilize delicate assembly operations. His most cited work, “Hybrid Planning System for In-Space Robotic Assembly of Telescopes using Segmented Mirror Tiles” (14 citations), directly tackles the technological bottleneck of producing monolithic primary mirrors for large observatories. Lutze has also been instrumental in the EROSS project (European Robotic Orbital Support Services), an in-orbit demonstration mission for satellite capture, refueling, and upgrade—a cornerstone of future on-orbit servicing. His research, spanning from 2021 to 2024, consistently optimizes multi-arm robot locomotion to reduce satellite disturbances, making him a key figure in enabling the economically feasible deployment of solar power plants, space stations, and advanced telescopes. With a growing citation impact, Lutze’s work is shaping the future of autonomous space construction.
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