Zhou Hao

University of Surrey

Papers

5

Total Citations

52

H-Index

4

About

Dr. Zhou Hao is a leading researcher at the intersection of artificial intelligence, robotics, and spacecraft engineering, pioneering the next generation of autonomous systems for on-orbit operations. His work fundamentally redefines how spacecraft interact with their environment, moving beyond traditional ground-controlled commands toward intelligent, real-time decision-making. Dr. Zhou’s major contributions include the development of an intelligent visual GNC architecture that integrates state-of-the-art AI components, enabling spacecraft to perform complex tasks like grasping and manipulation without constant human oversight. He has also advanced the field of space robotics by introducing imitation learning for trajectory planning, allowing free-floating robotic arms to adapt and learn from demonstration—a critical step toward fully autonomous servicing missions. His experimental validation of on-orbit robotic grasping of spent rocket stages, coupled with novel adaptive control strategies for manipulators, has garnered significant attention, with his most cited works accumulating over 50 citations. Notably, his ground-based high-DOF demonstrator for in-orbit space telescope assembly showcases his commitment to translating theoretical advances into tangible, mission-ready technologies, positioning him as a key innovator in the future of autonomous space exploration.

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Key Achievements

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H-Index
5
Papers
52
Total Citations
10
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Intelligent Spacecraft Visual GNC Architecture With the State-Of-the-Art AI Components for On-Orbit Manipulation
14 citations · 2021
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2021 (3 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 14
🏛 Institutions: University of Surrey

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