L. Cupelli
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About
L. Cupelli is a planetary scientist whose work bridges robotics, geology, and human exploration, with a focus on advancing situational awareness for extraterrestrial missions. Their key research areas include robotic planetary exploration, analogue mission design, and geological sample return strategies. Cupelli’s major contributions stem from field studies at terrestrial impact structures, such as the Mistastin Lake site in Labrador, Canada, where they demonstrated how robotic systems can be integrated with geological fieldwork to enhance decision-making in planetary missions. Their 2012 paper on geologically-focused situational awareness—cited 6 times—provides critical insights into the challenges of remote sensing and autonomy for rovers on the Moon and Mars. Additionally, their work on a series of robotic and human analogue missions for lunar sample return, cited 4 times, highlights practical frameworks for future sample retrieval campaigns. Cupelli’s research is notable for its hands-on approach, combining field geology with cutting-edge robotics, and has informed mission planning for NASA and other space agencies. Their efforts underscore the importance of terrestrial analogues in preparing for the next generation of planetary exploration.
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