Kapish Aggarwal

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Kapish Aggarwal is a rising voice in astrodynamics and planetary infrastructure, with a focused research portfolio that spans orbital mechanics, space debris mitigation, and the long-term sustainability of Mars exploration. His most-cited work, "Graveyard orbits for future Mars missions" (2022, 4 citations), addresses a critical yet underexplored challenge: as Mars becomes a hub for human and robotic activity, the need for a robust space infrastructure—including communication and navigation satellite constellations in low Mars orbits (LMO) and areosynchronous orbits (ASO)—will demand careful management of end-of-life spacecraft. Aggarwal’s contribution proposes graveyard orbit strategies tailored to the Martian gravitational environment, offering a proactive solution to prevent orbital debris from compromising future missions. This work not only bridges a gap in planetary protection policy but also lays groundwork for sustainable interplanetary operations. While his citation count reflects an early-career stage, the novelty and timeliness of his research signal significant potential for impact as Mars exploration accelerates. Aggarwal’s scholarship is essential reading for students and researchers interested in the intersection of orbital mechanics, space law, and the engineering of extraterrestrial infrastructure.