Maria Libera Battagliere
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Maria Libera Battagliere is a leading researcher in space situational awareness and orbital debris mitigation, whose work bridges observational astronomy and experimental space engineering. Her most impactful contribution, the 2014 study on “Space Debris Measurement Using Joint Mid-Latitude and Equatorial Optical Observations” (22 citations), provides a foundational framework for enhancing space debris surveillance. By demonstrating how combining a mid-latitude observatory with an equatorial station significantly improves surveying volume and object identification, Battagliere advanced the global capacity to track hazardous orbital objects—a critical need for satellite safety and sustainable space operations. She also contributed to the REDEMPTION experiment (2011), a microgravity concept selected by ESA that explores using phase-change materials to capture and remove debris. This innovative work, developed at the University of Bologna’s Space Robotic Laboratory, showcases her ability to translate theoretical models into tangible, mission-ready technologies. Battagliere’s research is essential for students and professionals tackling the growing challenge of space congestion, offering both observational strategies and novel removal concepts that shape the future of orbital debris management.
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