Viqar Abbasi

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Viqar Abbasi is a leading figure in space robotics, best known for his foundational contributions to the control and simulation of the International Space Station’s (ISS) Mobile Servicing System (MSS). His research centers on advanced robotic manipulation, real-time simulation, and the operational training systems required for complex orbital assembly and maintenance. Abbasi’s most cited work, “Improved 7-DOF Control of ISS Robotic Manipulators,” details critical enhancements to the control algorithms of Canadarm2—Canada’s iconic 7-degree-of-freedom robotic arm. This work directly supported the safe extraction and installation of new components from the Space Shuttle, a cornerstone of ISS construction. Complementing this, his research on the MSS Operations and Training Simulator (MOTS) established a high-fidelity simulation environment that provides a holistic operational perspective for both training and mission planning. Though his citation counts are modest, Abbasi’s impact is profound: his engineering solutions have been integral to the real-time success of one of humanity’s most complex space-based robotic systems, ensuring the ISS remains a functional and evolving orbital laboratory.