Mazen M. Shihabi

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Mazen M. Shihabi is a pioneering researcher in space communications, with a primary focus on lunar network architectures and relay-based connectivity. His most cited work, "Lunar Communications Using Relays" (2024), introduces a transformative approach to Earth-Moon communications by leveraging lunar orbiting relays. This research addresses critical challenges in space exploration, including enabling communication from the Moon's far side, enhancing link conditions for near-side operations, and establishing lunar-surface-to-lunar-surface connectivity. With 3 citations in a rapidly evolving field, Shihabi's contributions are gaining traction as space agencies and private entities accelerate lunar missions. His work is particularly notable for its practical implications in supporting future Artemis program objectives and permanent lunar habitats. By proposing robust relay systems, Shihabi helps lay the groundwork for sustained human presence beyond Earth, making his research essential for students and engineers tackling the complexities of deep-space communication networks.