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Maggie Hoang is an emerging researcher specializing in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems engineering, with a particular focus on autonomous energy management and extended flight endurance. Her work addresses one of the most pressing challenges in modern drone technology: the limited flight durations imposed by conventional battery-powered systems. Hoang's most notable contributions center on developing autonomous battery swapping systems for small-scale UAVs. Her 2024 paper on autonomous battery swapping design, which has garnered 6 citations, introduces a sophisticated Robotic Ground System (RGS) comprising three integrated subsystems capable of safely replacing lithium-polymer batteries without human intervention — a breakthrough for continuous aerial operations. Complementing this, her work on the BANSHEE UAV project explores regenerative and sustainable design philosophies to structurally integrate batteries for improved endurance. Her 2023 paper on automating power swapping mechanisms, earning 4 citations, laid important groundwork by introducing a novel horizontal rotating battery chamber for efficient storage, management, and distribution of power sources during active missions. Collectively, Hoang's research is shaping the future of long-duration drone deployment across commercial, scientific, and safety-critical applications, making her a promising voice in autonomous aerial systems development.