2025 IEEE Aerospace Conference
Technical Cosponsors

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Yellowstone Conference Center, Big Sky, Montana, March 1-8, 2025
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The Conference

The international IEEE Aerospace Conference, with AIAA andPHM Society as technical cosponsors, is organized to promoteinterdisciplinary understanding of aerospace systems, theirunderlying science and technology, and their application to
government and commercial endeavors. The annual, weeklong conference, set in a stimulating and thought-provoking
environment, is designed for aerospace experts, academics,
military personnel, and industry leaders. The 2025 conference isthe 46th in the conference series.

Who Should Attend

This is a conference for Participants. Consider attending if you
have a professional interest in aerospace engineering or science andwish to:• Present results and insights from your own work
• Interact with colleagues who present papers in your field• Engage with people and ideas across a broad spectrum ofaerospace technologies• Understand how your organization might participate in next
year’s conference

What Sets This Conference Apart
High-Quality Papers and Presentations. Each year, a large
number of presentations are given by professionals distinguishedin their fields and by high-ranking members of the government.
Science and Aerospace Frontiers. The plenary sessions featureinternationally prominent researchers working on frontiers ofscience and engineering that may significantly impact the world.
Registrants are briefed on cutting-edge technologies emerging
from and intersecting with their disciplines.
Multidisciplinary Focus. This is the single general IEEE
conference designed to facilitate cross-fertilization of aerospacedisciplines and dialogue among members of government,
industry, and the academic community.
Exceptional Networking Opportunities. The conference
provides extraordinary opportunities for discussions andcollaborative dialogue with aerospace pacesetters. Professional
exchanges benefit the participants, their organizational sponsors, industry, and the engineering and scientific professions.
Author Development. The conference provides thorough andsupportive paper reviews, relying on expert guidance fromsenior engineers and scientists and an opportunity for instructive
interaction between author and reviewers.
Conference Proceedings. Electronic download of Conference
Proceedings (comprised of 450+ papers) is included in theregistration package.
International Participation. Representatives of 23 countries
participated in the 2024 conference.
Sequestered Venue. The Yellowstone Conference Center andlodging are nestled closely together in the small village of Big
Sky, fostering communications and ensuring easy access to all
events.

Exhibitors and Patrons
This unique venue is perfect for exhibiting products andmaterials in a central area of the conference and to sponsor bothconventional and unconventional social events, getting yourbrand and products out in front of your customers.
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What Attendees Say: Simply the Best!
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Highly acclaimed IEEE
Conference Proceedings
with peer review.
A fantastic conference
that fosters collaboration
at the same time it encourages participants tostrengthen their personaland family relations.
Amazing achievement!
I’ve made invaluable
connections every year.
I really enjoyed thecollaborative and supportive atmosphere. The
exchange of ideas that
resulted was somethingthat I have not seen in
any other conference that
I have attended.
It is the most technicalaerospace conference
and incredibly useful for
networking. The plenary
talks were wonderful,and the diversity of subjects was fantastic.

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No conference packs somuch into one week.
Never have I encountered such a concentrated
and collaborative environment at a conference.
The technical stature ofthis conference makes it
one of the best places topresent your ideas andreceive competent comments.
Allows me to interact
with people in ways thatare simply not possible
otherwise. The benefit
to my work has been
tremendous.
For my company, thenetworking and high profile of the conference aresecond to none!
Beautiful facility, amazing staff, conference
well organized. Juniorconference amazingly
well done.

Technical ProgramThis Call invites papers reporting original work or state-of-the-art
reviews that will enhance knowledge of:• Aerospace systems, science and technology• Applications of aerospace systems and technology to
military, civilian or commercial endeavors• Systems engineering and management science in theaerospace industry• Government policy that directs or drives aerospace
programs, systems and technologies
Specific topics planned for the 2025 Conference are listed in the
Tracks, Sessions and Organizers section, pages 6–30.

Networking Program

The Networking Program provides opportunities for engaging
with other conference professionals beyond the technical sessions.
Networking events include:• Saturday arrival icebreaker reception• Buffet dinners at four evening meetings• Pre-dinner receptions• Midweek mountainside lunch• Networking “Java Jams” prior to afternoon sessions• Post-session fireside ice cream socials• Friday evening farewell dinner
The costs for these are covered in the registration and guest
registration fees.
Front Cover – Lunar Earthrise seen by the ispace Hakuto-R mission during the solar eclipse ofApril 20, 2023 captured by the lander-mounted camera at an altitude of about 100 km from the lunar
surface. The Hakuto-R Mission 1 was a failed private Japanese uncrewed lunar landing mission built
and operated by ispace, which was launched in December 2022 for an attempted lunar landing on
April 26, 2023. In an effort to conserve fuel, the mission used a slower path to approach the Moon,
entering lunar orbit in March 2023. Photo Credit: ispace.

Abstract Submission

An abstract of 500 words or less is due by July 1, 2024 at theconference website www.aeroconf.org.
Abstracts will be accepted ONLY through the conference
website. Accept/reject notices will be emailed promptly. Author
instructions are on the website.
Note: The IEEE Aerospace Conference is designed as a venue
for engineers and scientists to present and discuss their work.
Please submit only if you expect to attend the conference
yourself to personally present your paper. (See IEEE Policies
on Presentation and Reuse below.)

Paper Submission

Properly formatted papers of 6-20 pages must be submitted forreview no later than Friday, October 4, 2024, a firm deadline!
Each paper must be in final publishable format and submitted via
the conference website as a PDF file. Use our format template
to type your paper and see useful links: http://www.aeroconf.
org/paper-submission. Revised papers responsive to reviewer
comments must be submitted to the website by Friday, January
10, 2025. This is a firm deadline!
Questions regarding the review process may be directed to:
Lisa May, Paper Review Chair
PaperReviewChair@aeroconf.org
IEEE Copyright forms (see link on your “My Submissions”page) must be signed and submitted by Friday, January 10,2025.
Submitted papers are considered for track and conference Best
Paper Awards, which are selected prior to the conference on thebasis of technical innovation and quality of the written paper.
(See www.aeroconf.org for criteria.)

IEEE Policies

on Presentation and Reuse

Publication of Conference Papers in the IEEE Xplore
Digital Library
IEEE policy on publication of papers accepted for IEEE conferences states that “IEEE reserves the right to exclude a paper
from distribution after the conference (e.g., removal from IEEE
Xplore), if the paper is not presented at the conference.”
IEEE Xplore is the association’s digital library of over 4.5 million
full-text documents. IEEE journals and conference proceedings
are among the world’s most highly cited technical publications.

Reuse of Conference Papers in Journal Publications

IEEE policy recognizes and encourages the evolutionary publication process from conference presentation to scholarly publication. Guidelines for author reuse of their presented papers andother intellectual property rights can be found at:https://www.ieee.org/publications/rights/author-originality.html
A list of IEEE journals can be found at:https://www.ieee.org/membership-catalog/index.html?srchProd
Type=Subscription&searchType=prodType

Registration
The conference registration fee includes:• Access to all technical sessions• Electronic copy of Conference Proceedings• Electronic copy of Conference Digest and Schedule• Networking/Social Program• Recreation activities discount
REGISTRATIONFEES (US$)
Including Activities& Meals

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IEEE & AIAA Members$975$1,175$1,425

Non-Members$1,240$1,525$1,755

Guests* and Jr. Engineers(Activities & Meals only)

$315

$330

$370

*Spouse/partner/child of primary registrant

Travel and Lodging

Special rates for lodging near the Yellowstone Conference Center
will be available through the conference website. Check www.
aeroconf.org after October 1, 2024. Book early for best choice.

For More Information
Visit Our Web Site: www.aeroconf.org for additional information
on abstract and paper submission, and any further notices on the2025 Conference.
CONFERENCE-RELATED QUESTIONS
Chair
Kendra Cook
Chair@aeroconf.org
Vice-Chair
Melissa Soriano
Vice-Chair@aeroconf.org
TECHNICAL PROGRAM QUESTIONSProgram Chair
Richard Mattingly
Program Vice-Chair
Erica Deionno
Program Committee
Jeffery Webster
Karen Profet
Alex Austin

rlmattingly@aeroconf.org
Erica.Deionno@aeroconf.org
Jeff.Webster@aeroconf.org
Karen.Profet@aeroconf.org
Alex.Austin@jpl.nasa.gov

REGISTRATION QUESTIONSRegistration Chair
Rob Sherwood
Registration@aeroconf.org
Registration Vice-Chair
Sebastian Brandhorst
Registration@aeroconf.org
PAPER REVIEW QUESTIONSPaper Review Chair

Lisa May

PaperReviewChair@aeroconf.org

EXHIBITORS AND PATRONS QUESTIONS
Exhibitors/Patrons Program Chair
Bob Sievers
Promotions@aeroconf.org
JUNIOR CONFERENCE HELP
Please visit:https://aeroconf.org/junior-engineering
GENERAL HELPIEEE Aerospace Conference
Info@aeroconf.org

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IEEE
IE
EE Aerospace Conference
Conference Board of Directors

Board ChairDavid WoernerVice-Chair & RecorderRichard Mattingly

Board Member
Kendra Cook

Board Member Emerita
Karen Profet

2025 IEEE Aerospace Conference Committee
Technical Program
Chair

Paper Review
Chair

Publications
Chair

Conference
Chair

Registration
Chair

Networking/Social
Chair

Conference
Administrator

Richard Mattingly

Virgil Adumitroaie

Kendra Cook
Conference
Vice-Chair

Rob Sherwood
RegistrationVice-Chair

Tenna Tucker

Roark Sandberg

Vice-Chair

Lisa May
Paper Review
Committee

Vice-Chair

Registrant Relations

Erica Deionno

Dave Taggart

Melissa Soriano

Sebastian Brandhorst

Adriana Taggart

Lisa Brandhorst

Committee

Bob Minnichelli
Jim Hoffman
Richard Mattingly
Julie Profet
Roark Sandberg
David Woerner

Erica Deionno
Committee
Karen Profet
Roark Sandberg

Recording Secretary

Conference Treasurer

Scheduling Chair &VIP Hospitality

Website Chair

Shervin Shambayati

Annette Green

Julie Profet

Special Advisors

Vice-Treasurer

Exhibitors/Patrons
Program Chair

Jim Hoffman

Sharis Dilanchian
AIAA Representative
Melissa Soriano

Vice-Chair

Plenary Program

Jeff Webster
David Woerner
Kendra Cook

Frances Zhu

Karen Profet

Copyright &Language Review
Chair

Junior Engineering& Science Co-Chair

Justin Cook
Rich Terrile
Co-ChairAlex Austin

Justin Cook

EPH/Poster Sessions

Language ReviewCommittee
Jim Hoffman
Kendra Cook

Melissa Soriano
Website Vice-ChairBest Paper Selection Committee
Chair
Vice-Chair

Bob Sievers
Committee
Roark Sandberg
Melissaa Soriano
KendraCook

Maddalena Jackson
Website Support

Multimedia
Projections Chair
Jessica Millenbach
WebsiteAdministration
Roark Sandberg

Support

Christine Terrile
Support

Bob Minnichelli
MemberRichard Terrile

Joey Minnichelli

Ian Clark

Dani Selva

Conference Historian
Mona Witkowski

Debbie Minnichelli
Vice-Chair
Mona Witkowski

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Monica PannoSCHEDULE OVERVIEW
6 Days of Presentations, over 175 Hours of Technical Sessions and20 Hours of Conference-Sponsored Technical Networking Events
Registration and Icebreaker Wine & Cheese Reception
Saturday March 1, 6:30–9:00 PM
SundayMarch 2

MondayMarch 3

Continued
Registration
8:45–11:30 AM

Technical
Sessions
8:30 AM–Noon

Technical
Technical
Technical
Sessions
Sessions
Sessions
8:30 AM–Noon 8:30 AM–Noon 8:30 AM–Noon

Technical
Sessions
8:30 AM–NoonLunch Break
12:15–1:25 PM
Panels
1:25–4:00 PM

Catered Lunch
Noon–1:30 PM
Jr Engineering& Science
Conference
1:30–4:00 PM

Continued
Registration
3:30–6:45 PM

Jr Eng & Sci Conf

1:30–4:00 PM

Java Jam
4:00–4:30 PM

Java Jam
4:00–4:30 PM

Technical
Sessions
4:30–5:45 PM

Technical
Sessions
4:30–5:45 PM

Plenary Session
5:50–6:35 PM

Plenary Session
5:50–6:35 PM

Tuesday
March 4

Ad Hoc Session
Workshops(seeannouncement
board for timeand location)

Wednesday
March 5

ThursdayMarch 6

FridayMarch 7

Lunch Break
12:15–1:25 PM

Lunch Break
12:15–1:25 PM

Lunch Break
12:15–1:25 PM

Panels
1:25–4:00 PM

Panels
1:25–4:00 PM

Ad HocIndividual
Track Planning
Meetings

Java Jam
4:00–4:30 PM

Java Jam
4:00–4:30 PM

Technical
Sessions
4:30–5:45 PM

Technical
Sessions
4:30–5:45 PM

Plenary Session
5:50–6:35 PM

Plenary Session
5:50–6:35 PM

Track/Session
Organizers
Planning
Session for 2026
Conference
4:00–5:30 PM

Hosted Reception Hosted Reception
6:35–7:05 PM
6:35–7:05 PM

Hosted Reception Hosted Reception
6:35–7:05 PM
6:35–7:05 PM

Catered Dinner
7:05–8:05 PM

Catered Dinner
7:05–8:05 PM

Catered Dinner
7:05–8:05 PM

Catered Dinner
7:05–8:05 PM

Plenary Session
8:05–8.50 PM

Plenary Session
8:05–8.50 PM

Plenary Session
8:05–8.50 PM

Plenary Session
8:05–8.50 PM

Technical
Sessions
9:00–10:15 PM

Technical
Sessions
9:00–10:15 PM

Technical
Technical
Sessions
Sessions
Big Sky Village 9:00–10:15 PM 9.00–10:15 PM

Après Session
Fireside Cheer
and Chat
10:15–11:00 PM

Après Session
Fireside Cheer
and Chat
10:15–11:00 PM

Après Session
Fireside Cheer
and Chat
10:15–11:00 PM

Free Eveningin

Après Session
Fireside Cheer
and Chat
10:15–11:00 PM

FarewellNetworking
CateredReception& Dinner
7:00–11:00 PM(Buffet open
7:00 –9:00 PM)

All dinners and networking activities are intended to promote, enhance and facilitate
technical discussions and long-term professional and personal relationships.
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Tracks, Sessions & Organizers
ScienceAND
andAAerospace(Plenary
Sessions)
TTrackRACK 1
1. SCIENCEEROSPACEFrontiers
FRONTIERS(PLENARYSESSIONS)David
Woerner
818-393-2000(W) 626-497-8451(C)dwoerner@ieee.org
David
Woerner		
Kendra Cook		

Chair,IEEE Aerospace Conferences, Board of Directors; Conference Chair kendra.l.cook@gmail.com
1997, 2002-04, & 2006-10. Currently a manager on
david.f.woerner@jpl.nasa.gov
Mars Science Laboratory mission, JPL. Was Chief Engineer of the avionics, Mars Pathfinder mission. Worked on many deep space
JPL Leadfor Galileo,
RPS Systems
Senior Service
SystemsMedal.
Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion
missions
includingCassini, Engineeringand Magellan.and
Recipient of NASA's Exceptional
Integration activities for NASA's Radioisotope
Laboratory,
andOwner/Principalof
C2Power Systems Program. Editor, The Technology
International. Served 7 years as an Officer in theof Discovery: Radioisotope Thermoelectric
U.S. Air Force, specializing in UAVs and air-launched
Generators and Thermoelectric Technologies forweapons systems. B.S. in Aerospace Engineering,Space Exploration. Chair, Board of Directors of IEEE
Boston University; M.S., Astronautical Engineering
PACE
ISSIONSYSTEMS
RCHITECTURES
Aerospace Conferences.
Numerous
NASA awards,AND
and Computer Engineering, Air Force Institute ofincluding the Exceptional Service and Exceptional
Technology.
Christopher
Stevens
818-354-5545(W)Marina Ruggieri+39-06-7259-7451(W)
Achievement Awards.

TRACK 2. S

M

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A

818-216-7642(C)cstevens@jpl.nasa.gov+39-3204391843(C)ruggieri@uniroma2.it

Program Manager, NASA's New Millennium
Full Professor Telecommunications, University Roma
Program (space flight technology validation).
Tor Vergata. Director CTIF_Italy. President AESS,
Previously: Manager of JPL’s Space Instruments
Editor IEEE Transactions on AES. VP AFCEA Rome
Implementation Section. Ph.D., USC.
Chapter. Author of 280 papers & 8 books.
Steven Arnold		Keyur Patel		2.01 ACCELERATINGEVOLUTION – SPACECRAFT PROPULSION TECHNOLOGYAND MISSION DESIGN
steven.arnold@jhuapl.edu
keyur@jpl.nasa.gov

Track 2

Space Missions, Systems and Architectures

Lee Johnson818-354-9878(W)818-687-9932(C)Deputy Executive, Civil Space, APL. Oversees
all
Director for Astronomylee.k.johnson@jpl.nasa.gov
and Physics, NASA

Research
Technologist
at JPL, Associate
in Aeronautics
at Caltech, Chief Scientist
for AFRL Advanced
Spacecraft
Propulsionthe
Flight
Civil
Space programs
at APL,FacultyincludingNASA
Jet Propulsion
Laboratory
and represents
Projects. Active in applied plasma physics, advanced spacecraft propulsion, novel spacecraft instrumentation & innovative systems integration.
missions. Responsible for strategic activities such
Directorate as a member of JPL’s Executive Council.
as core technology development, internal research
Formerly Deputy Director for Planetary Science,
2.02 SPACE-BASEDSENSOR NETWORKS
and development, external partnering programs,
Director for the Interplanetary Directorate andTanyaprogram
Vladimirova+44-1483-689137(W)+44-7769647286(C)t.vladimirova@surrey.ac.uk
formulation and program execution.
BSEE,
Deputy Director for Officeof Safety and Mission
Reader Virginia
EE Department,
UniversityofSurrey.
Leads
the
VLSI
DesignandEmbedded
Systems
ResearchGroupat the Surrey Space Centre.
Tech; MSEE, Purdue University.
Success.
Primary research interests are hardware design, on-board image processing, distributed computing and space-based sensor networks.

Session 01
Current Space and Earth Science Missions
2.03 TECHNOLOGIES FOR SAFE LUNAR LANDING

Addresses status and results of missions in development, implementation, and operation. Session objective is to provide a full mission

SohrabMobasser818-468-9882(C)sohrab.mobasser@jpl.nasa.gov
prospective
and discuss the system level trade offs,818-354-0748(W)challenges and lessons
learned. From operational missions,
results are discussed along
SeniorMemberof JPLchallenges.
Engineering
Staff. addresses
More thanall
26types
years ofof missions
aerospacefrom
industry
planetarytomissions
from toJupiter's
Galileo towiththe in-flight
SessionEarthexperienceorbiting toonplanetaryheliophysics
astrophysics
the Mars
Pathfinder. Current interests are in new technology development for autonomous attitude determination
missions.

James
Graf AND EMERGING MISSION CAPABILITIES
2.04 ACCESS TO
SPACEjames.e.graf@jpl.nasa.gov

Director,
Propulsion Laboratory
Eleni
SimsEarth Science and Technology Directorate, NASA Jet505-846-8147(W)sam.sims@aero.org
Sr. Memberof the Technical Staff, The Aerospace Corporation. Provides technical support to thenicholas.g.chrissotimos@nasa.gov
DoD Space Test Program (STP), architecting
Nick Chrissotimos
Science and Technology (S&T) missions to be flown by STP and chairing the US Government STP Rideshare Working Group.
Associate Director of Flight Projects Code 430, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
Linda Herrell
818-354-0328(W) 818-257-1705(C)
Linda.Herrell@jpl.nasa.gov
Patel Program Architect. Systems Engineer on JPL flight projects for instruments, spacecraft, and keyur@jpl.nasa.gov
NewKeyur
Millennium
both deep-space and earthorbitingNASA
missions.
Extensive
missiondesignSuccess,and development
experiencefrom Pre-Phase A through launch and operations. Prior
Associate
Director
for Flight
Projects
and Mission
NASA Jet Propulsion
Laboratory
mechanical engineering experience and computer modeling for thermal, fluids and structural analysis.

Session 02
Future Space and Earth Science Missions
2.05 SYSTEM AND
TECHNOLOGY CHALLENGES FOR LANDING ON THE EARTH, MOON AND MARS
Future space or Earth science programs or missions in formulation or concept development.
Ian Clark404-894-7783(W) 818-359-4965(C)ian.clark@gatech.edu
AlexAssistantAustin Professor, Guggenheim School of Aerospace Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology.
alexander.austin@jpl.nasa.gov
Visiting
Oversees EDL research group in
Systems
Engineer,NASA
Jet Propulsion
the Space
Systems
DesignLaboratory.
AlsoLaboratory
serving as a systems engineer, EDL and Advanced Technologies Group, Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
RobertManning818-393-7815(W) 818-645-7250(C)robert.m.manning@jpl.nasa.gov
MichaelGrossmagross@jpl.nasa.gov
Engineering Fellow at JPL. Currently leading the MSL Fault Protection team on Mars Science Lab. Formerly Mars Program Chief Engineer at
Project Manager, GRACE-C Project, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory
JPL, EDL Development Manager for MER (Mars Exploration Rovers), Systems Engineering Manager for MER, Mars Pathfinder

Session 03
System and Technologies for Landing on Planets, the Moon, Earth and Small Bodies
2.06 RADIATION ISSUES AND MODELING FOR DEEP SPACE MISSIONSThis session includes landing spacecraft, including precision and safe landing, atmospheric entry, descent, and landing/rendezvousing
Lawrence
Heilbronn
865-974-0982(W) 510-734-5120(C)lhheilbronn@gmail.com
with small bodies.

Ph.D. Nuclear Physics, Michigan State University, 1991 Current position: Assistant Professor, University of Tennessee (since 2008) Areas ofresearch:
Experimental nuclear physics, neutron measurements, radiation detection, radiation shielding inian.g.clark@jpl.nasa.gov
space, radiological engineering,
Ian Clarktransport
model
calculations
Systems Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Lembit Sihver+46-31-7722921(W) +46-73-079-4223(C)sihver@chalmers.se
Claraof
O'Farrellofarrell@jpl.nasa.gov
Professor
Nuclear Science and Engineering, Head of the Nuclear Science and Engineering Group at Chalmers
University of Technology,
Guidance
and Control
NASA
Jet Propulsion
Laboratory
Sweden.
Adjunct
ResearchEngineer,
Professor
at Roanoke
Collegeand Texas A&M University, USA. Major research areas are heavy ion physics,
particle and heavy ion transport, space radiation shielding, space dosimetry, and nuclear fuel.

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Session 04

Robotic Mobility and Sample Acquisition Systems
Use of robotic systems for in situ space exploration involving robotic mobility, manipulation, and sampling. All aspects of these robotic
systems - including design, development, implementation, validation and operation - are valued topics of presentation. Research
prototypes as well as fielded or flown systems are of interest.

Richard Volpe

volpe@jpl.nasa.gov

Directorate Technologist, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Paul Backes

backes@jpl.nasa.gov

Group Supervisor, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Joseph Bowkett

bowkett@jpl.nasa.gov

Robotics Technologist, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Session 05

Future Missions & Enabling Technologies for In Situ Exploration, Sample Returns
Future mission concepts, planetary protection technologies, sample handling techniques, novel technologies for in situ exploration,technologies not covered under robotic mobility and sample acquisition, human precursor mission concepts, and technologies that enableprecursor missions.

Elena Adams

elena.adams@jhuapl.edu

Systems Engineer, Johns Hopkins University/Applied Physics Laboratory

Christopher Green

christopher.m.green-1@nasa.gov

Assistant Chief for Technology, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Session 06

In Situ Instruments for Landed Surface Exploration, Orbiters, and Flybys
This session solicits papers that describe advanced instrument concepts and/or innovative analytical protocols that enable thecharacterization of surface and subsurface chemistry and geology (elemental, isotopic, molecular, mineralogical composition),astrobiological potential, geophysical processes (tectonics, internal structure, heat flow, geochronology), atmospheric chemistry anddynamics, dust and particles, charged particles/plasmas, and magnetic fields.

Xiang Li

xiang.li@nasa.gov

Research Scientist, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Jacob Grahamjacob.graham@nasa.gov

Research Space Scientist, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Terry Hurford

terry.a.hurford@nasa.gov

Scientist, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Session 07

Mission Design, Formation Flying and Constellations
This session covers all aspects of mission design for spacecraft flying to or about Earth, other celestial bodies and deep space. A specificinterest is devoted to missions involving distributed systems, as formation flying and constellations. Papers dealing with preliminary andadvanced design, actual mission implementation and operational issues are welcome.

Giovanni Palmerini

giovanni.palmerini@uniroma1.it

Professor, Guidance and Navigation, Sapienza Universita' di Roma

Leonard Felicetti

leonard.felicetti@cranfield.ac.uk

Senior Lecturer in Space Robotics and GNC, Cranfield University

Ryan Woolley

woolley@jpl.nasa.gov

Mission Design Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Session 08

Space Radiation and its Interaction with Shielding, Electronics and Humans
The mitigation of adverse effects from radiation on humans and electronics in space is a critical step in mission success. This session
focuses on research in understanding the nature of the radiation field in space and how that field is changed as it passes through shielding
materials, electronics, and the human body. Topics include radiation measurements made in space, projectile and target fragmentation
measurements and materials studies conducted at accelerator facilities on ground, radiation transport modeling, improvements of nuclear
reaction models and radiation transport codes, shielding of electronics and humans, and benchmarking of measurements performed bothin space and on ground for the verification and validation of the transport codes.

Lembit Sihver

lembit.sihver@tuwien.ac.at

Professor, TU Wien and Nuclear Physics Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences

Ondrej Ploc

ploc@ujf.cas.cz

Senior researcher, Nuclear Physics Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences

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Session 09

Space Debris and Micrometeoroids: The Environment, Risks, and Mitigation Concepts and Practices
Operational satellites are at risk from collisions with the more than 20,000 trackable debris objects that remain in orbit today, as well as
hundreds of thousands of objects, including micrometeoroids, that are too small to be cataloged. Beyond the realm of Earth-oriented
orbits, unique and immensely valuable science-gathering spacecraft can also be exposed to similar hypervelocity collisional risks, butfrom cometary and asteroidal micro-milliscale particles (dust). Papers are invited that address the space debris population and growth
projections; debris and dust characteristics; impact modeling and materials testing; modeling and simulation and/or test results thatcan lead to quantification of the risks to spacecraft in various orbits and exploration missions; and mitigation strategies including debris
removal or repositioning, spacecraft shielding, orbit selection, and spacecraft operations. Papers documenting past mission anomalies
traced to space debris, and mitigation strategies employed today, are also of interest.

James Kinnison

jim.kinnison@jhuapl.edu

Mission System Engineer, Johns Hopkins University/Applied Physics Laboratory

Yasin Abul-Huda

yasin.abul-huda@jhuapl.edu

Space Environmental Effects Modeling and Analysis, Johns Hopkins University/Applied Physics Laboratory

Session 10

Asteroid Detection, Characterization, Sample-Return, and Deflection
This Session invites papers on flight and ground system concepts, mission concepts, and technologies that address the need to detect,characterize and deflect asteroids that could pose an impact hazard to Earth. Papers on instrument technologies and technologies forproximity operations near, and landing on, asteroids are also sought.

Jeffery Webster

jeff.webster@aeroconf.org

Senior Systems Engineer, retired, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Paul Chodas

paul.chodas@jpl.nasa.gov

Director, Center for Near-Earth Object Studies, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Michael Werthmikewerth1@gmail.com

Senior Scientist, The Boeing Company

Session 11

In-Space Robotics: In-Space Servicing, Assembly, Manufacturing, and Active Debris Removal
On-going and future missions involving in-space robotic systems and operations, to include in-space Inspection, Servicing, Active Debris
Removal, Assembly, and Astronaut Assistance. All designs and methods to accomplish robotic tasks in orbit, such as mobility, manipulation,assembly or maintenance, are of interest. Specific aspects may be addressed, such as hardware design, open-loop or closed-loop control,
rendezvous trajectory generation, computer vision, autonomy, tele-operation, experimental facilities on the ground, or others of relevance.
Mission concept papers are to include technical development toward ground testing or flight operation.

David Sternberg

david.c.sternberg@jpl.nasa.gov

Guidance and Control Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Kenneth Cheung

kenny@nasa.gov

research scientist, NASA Ames Research Center

Track 3Session 01

Antennas, RF/Microwave Systems and Radio Science
Glenn Hopkins		
glenn.hopkins@gtri.gatech.edu

James Hoffman		
jimhoffman@ieee.org

GTRI Fellow and Chief Engineer of the Antenna
Systems Division of the GTRI Sensors andElectromagnetic
Applications
Laboratory,
specializing in array antenna technologies.
Interests include phased arrays, wide bandwidthantennas, digital beam forming and RF subsystems.

Vice President of Engineering at Kinemetrics, Inc.
Over 10 years experience in microwave instrument
design for remote sensing applications. Formerly
the RF System Lead for the NISAR radar mission(NASA-ISRO) and the InSight Landing Radar.

Phased Array Antenna Systems and Beamforming Technologies
Included are active power combining, thermal management, phasing networks, integration, power, test and evaluation and beamsteering,algorithm development and associated hardware implementations, and modeling and simulation for all levels of phased array development
and beamsteering.

Glenn Hopkins

glenn.hopkins@gtri.gatech.edu

Principal Research Engineer, Georgia Tech Research Institute

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Ground and Space Antenna Technologies and Systems
Topics on all aspects of antenna systems associated with space-based sensors or communications. Systems include ground based terminals,
ground-to-space and space-to-space data links, and radar sensors. Antenna technologies include reflectors, lenses, feeds, arrays, and thetransmit/receive subsystems associated with the antenna(s).

James Hoffman

jimhoffman@ieee.org

Vice President of Engineering, Kinemetrics

David Mooradd

mooradd@ll.mit.edu

Technical Staff, MIT Lincoln Laboratory

Session 03

RF/Microwave Systems
Papers about RF and microwave systems or components, passive and active, including radar systems.

James Hoffman

jimhoffman@ieee.org

Vice President of Engineering, Kinemetrics

Orin Council

orin.council@gtri.gatech.edu

Research Engineer, Georgia Tech Research InstituteSession 04

Radio Astronomy and Radio Science
Papers on the techniques, hardware, systems, and results in the fields of Radio Astronomy and Radio Science.

Mark Bentum

m.j.bentum@tue.nl

Professor, Eindhoven University of Technology

Melissa Soriano

webguru@aeroconf.org

Payload Systems Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Track 4

Session 01

Communication & Navigation Systems & Technologies
Kar Ming Cheung		
kar-ming.cheung@jpl.nasa.gov

John Enright		
jenright@torontomu.ca

Principal Engineer and Technical Group Supervisor
in the Communication Architectures and Research
Section at the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
Received NASA's Exceptional Service Medal forwork on Galileo's onboard image compression
scheme. BSEE, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor;
M.S. and Ph.D., California Institute of Technology.

Professor in Department of Aerospace Engineeringat Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly
Ryerson University). His primary research interests
concern the development of attitude sensors forspacecraft, optical navigation, and mobile robotics.

Evolving Space Communication Architectures
A forum in which to trace, examine and predict trends in the architectures of space communications and navigation, including groundinfrastructure and support and interactions between terrestrial and space networks. Innovative concepts and game changing approacheswith a system view are especially sought.

Shervin Shambayati

shervin.shambayati@aero.org

Senior Systems Engineering, Aerospace Corporation

Session 02

Communication Protocols and Services for Space Networks
The focus is communication protocols and services supporting space systems, including ground- and space-based methods to increase
efficiency, enable new exploration/applications, provide more secure systems, and improve Quality of Service. Techniques include relay
communications, routing, delay/disruption tolerant networking, retransmission approaches, adaptive link/network/transport methods,
demand access, and advanced scheduling. Novel space network architectures are of key interest, including microspacecraft swarms, sensor
webs, and surface networks. Implementation and evolution of communications networking into space systems, as well as application to
specific missions, are sought.

Shervin Shambayati

shervin.shambayati@aero.org

Senior Systems Engineering, Aerospace Corporation

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Session 03

Next Generation Space Systems: AESS GLUE
This session solicits papers on advanced, interdisciplinary, topics in Space System Engineering, based on the concept of interdependency
of systems. This includes new broadband communications systems and techniques, their use platforms, such as small satellites, Internetof-Remote Things and Internet-of-Space-Things, software control and implementation of sky communications and networks (SDR andSDN), end-to-end system considerations, augmented 3D reality for manned space missions, integration of navigation, communications
and sensing functionalities, and advanced signal processing techniques for emerging space communications and data applications.

Claudio Sacchi

claudio.sacchi@unitn.it

Associate professor, University of Trento

Tommaso Rossi

tommaso.rossi@uniroma2.it

Engineer, University of Rome Tor Vergata

Session 04

Navigation and Communication Systems for Exploration
Systems, technology, and operations for navigation and/or communication among elements involved in civil, commercial, or national
security missions in any orbital domain (Earth and interplanetary). The session focuses on enabling technologies, strategies, new operational
concepts and performance improvements for advancing mission capability.

Patrick Stadter

patrick.a.stadter@aero.org

General Manager, Agile Acquisition Division, The Aerospace Corporation

David Copeland

david.copeland@jhuapl.edu

Principal Professional Staff, Johns Hopkins University/Applied Physics Laboratory

Session 05

Relay Communications for Space Exploration
For a wide range of space exploration scenarios, multi-hop relay communications can provide significant benefits in terms of increased
data return and reduced user burden (mass, power, cost) over conventional space-to-ground links. In this session we examine relay
communications for both Earth-orbiting missions and missions to the Moon and throughout the solar system. Topics of interest include
relay system architecture, relay spacecraft design (for both dedicated relay orbiters and for hybrid science/telecom spacecraft), relay
telecommunications payload design, relay communication protocols, mission applications and operational experiences/lessons-learned.

Mazen Shihabi

mazen.m.shihabi@jpl.nasa.gov

Technical Group Supervisor, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Jaime Esper

jaime.esper@nasa.gov

Project Manager, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Session 06

Space Communication Systems Roundtable : Networking the Solar System
The roundtable will provide a forward-looking view of the development of a Solar System Internetwork - a layered architecture aimed atoffering ubiquitous, high-bandwidth communication throughout the solar system in support of robotic and, ultimately, human exploration
at the Moon and in deep space. Panelists will assess trends in physical layer capabilities, including migration to higher RF frequencies (Kaband) and/or to optical wavelengths, as well as higher layers in the protocol stack, including networking protocols such as DTN. Based on
assessment of forecasted commercial satcom trends, and building on the multi-hop relay capabilities operating today at Earth and at Mars,
the roundtable will describe the evolution towards a true Solar System Internetwork in the coming decades.

E. Jay Wyatte.jay.wyatt@jpl.nasa.gov

Program Manager, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Alan Hylton

alan.g.hylton@nasa.gov

Network Studies Manager, NASA

Session 07

Innovative Space Communications and Tracking TechniquesThis session solicits innovative contributions to improve flight and ground communication and tracking systems such as antenna arrays,
software-defined radios, advance receivers, deployable antennas, relay satellites, Ka and Optical communications, novel signal formats,
new coding methods, and CubeSat communications and tracking techniques.

Kar Ming Cheungkar-ming.cheung@jpl.nasa.gov

Technical Group Supervisor, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Alessandra Babuscia
Telecommunication Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

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alessandra.babuscia@jpl.nasa.gov

Session 08

Communication System Analysis & Simulation
This session solicits innovative contributions on modeling, analysis, and/or simulation of satellite, aerospace, or terrestrial communication
systems. Topics include modeling and design of network services and systems, design and evaluation of communication waveforms,
modulations, and coding, modeling of multipath effects in space communications, integration of terrestrial and satellite networks, deep
space communication systems, terrestrial and deep space relay space networks, protocols for satellite communication, traffic modeling,traffic engineering and analysis, network optimization and resource provisioning, Delay Tolerant Networking, overlay and virtual networks,
cross-layer & cross-system protocol design, and communication network monitoring.

Marc Sanchez Net

marc.sanchez.net@jpl.nasa.gov

Telecommunications Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Session 09

Communications and/or Related Systems: Theory, Simulation, and Signal Processing
This session solicits innovative contributions on theory, modeling and simulation, and signal processing foundations of satellite, aerospace
and terrestrial wireless communications.

David Taggart

dtaggart1912@gmail.com

Engineer, Self

Claudio Sacchi

claudio.sacchi@unitn.it

Associate professor, University of Trento

Len Yip

len.yip@aero.org

Senior Communication Architecture Analyst, Aerospace Corporation

Session 10

Wideband Communications Systems
This session solicits innovative contributions about wideband communication systems in terrestrial, satellite, and hybrid Space-terrestrial
communications systems transmitting information at high data rates. Papers dealing with modelling and simulations of communications
systems, evaluating performance, or describing hardware/software implementation of communication system components arewelcome. Detailed topics include, but are not limited to: Broadband satellite and aerospace transmission; Broadband terrestrial wirelesstransmission; Millimeter wave communications; Spread-spectrum and CDMA communications; TV and HDTV broadcasting over satellite;
Modulation and channel coding techniques; MIMO techniques; Antenna design; Multi-carrier communications; Multi-user transmission;
Channel equalization; Carrier and timing synchronization; Radio resource management and scheduling; Emerging technologies for safetycritical and emergency communications; Emerging standards for terrestrial and satellite communications (LTE, LTE-A, WiMax, DVB-S2, IEEE
802.11x); Energy-efficient terrestrial and satellite communications; and networking.

David Taggart

dtaggart1912@gmail.com

Engineer, Self

Claudio Sacchi

claudio.sacchi@unitn.it

Associate professor, University of Trento

Session 11

Software Defined Radio and Cognitive Radio Systems and Technology
This section presents papers on software and cognitive radio in general, and their application to space communications in particular. Bothoriginal and space-centric tutorial papers are welcome.

Eugene Grayver

eugene.grayver@aero.org

Principal Engineer, Aerospace Corporation

Genshe Chen

gchen@intfusiontech.com

CTO, Intelligent Fusion Technology, Inc.

Session 12

Global Navigation Satellite Systems
This session focuses on recent advances in satellite navigation. Current and future envisioned applications of GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, andCompass global navigation satellite systems (GNSSs) are addressed, as well as global, regional and local augmentation systems. The topics
covered include next generation GNSSs, receiver technologies, interoperability, orbit computation, multi-sensor fusion, and navigation
model, methods and algorithms.

Lin Yilin.yi@jpl.nasa.gov

Technical Group Supervisor, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Sriramya Bhamidipati

sriramya.bhamidipati@jpl.nasa.gov

Robotics Technologist, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

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Space Navigation Techniques
Papers in this session are collected on topics of architecture, hardware and algorithms relating to space navigation techniques including,but not limited to: Ground-based deep space navigation using NASA Deep Space Network, ESA Deep Space Antenna, as well as similar
deep space navigation facilities from China, India, Japan, etc.; Navigation at lunar surface and deep space gateway; Navigation in deep
space CubeSats missions; Spacecraft formation flying navigation; Navigation in rendezvous missions; Novel navigation methods (e.g. using
pulsars); Relative navigation between spacecraft; Spacecraft navigation with GNSS (Papers accepted under this topic can overlap with
the GNSS session topics, and please expect coordination in the final program arrangement); Spacecraft navigation with in-situ sensors
including but not limited to magnetometers, inertial sensors, etc.; Navigation robustness; Autonomous navigation; Integrated navigation.

Lin Yilin.yi@jpl.nasa.gov

Technical Group Supervisor, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

John Enrightjenright@torontomu.ca

Professor, Toronto Metropolitan University

Session 14

CNS Systems and Airborne Networks for Manned and Unmanned Aircraft
This session focuses on communications, navigation and surveillance systems, including on-board and ground-based systems for all
vehicles operating in the National Airspace System (NAS): manned and unmanned vehicles, fixed wing and rotor-craft, general aviation,
civil transport and military that may carry passengers, cargo or are performing surveillance-type missions. Topics range from concept
development, simulation and modeling, technology development and verification, through flight testing and certification. Emerging fields
include surface wireless networks, ADS-B, Datacomm, airborne network security, UAS integration, satellite-based CNS, and international
activities.

Dylan Hasson

dylan.hasson@dot.gov

General Engineer, Volpe National Transportation Systems Center

Session 15

Aerospace Cyber Security and Cyber-Physical Systems
Computer networks, information technology, and cyber security are contributing significant advances as well as challenges in aerospace.
Systems that integrate with the cyberspace and enable safe, efficient and/or profitable operation and performance, with minimal or no
human intervention, are of growing interest. This session focuses on cyber security and privacy developments in the areas including, but
not limited to: aerospace software, data and multimedia distribution; air traffic control systems; IVHM; aeronautical and space networked
systems; aircraft, airport and airline information systems; UAS/UTM/UAM/AAM, spacecraft and commercial space vehicles; cloud computing,cyber-physical systems, and IoT; and, aerospace cybersecurity regulations and industry standards.

Krishna Sampigethaya

sampiger@erau.edu

Department Chair and Professor, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Track 5

Session 01

Small Spacecraft, Low-Cost Missions, Systems and Technologies
Alex Austin		
alexander.austin@jpl.nasa.gov

Catherine Venturini		
catherine.c.venturini@aero.org

Systems Engineer in the Advanced Design
Engineering group at the Jet Propulsion
Laboratory. Flight System Systems Engineer for
the INCUS mission, as well as the Lead Engineer
for Team Xc. B.S. in Aeronautical and MechanicalEngineering and M.S. in Aeronautical Engineeringfrom Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

Principal Engineer in the Office of the Chief
Technology Officer at The Aerospace Corporation.
Leads numerous studies related to small satellite
technical trends, mission concepts and capabilities,
and new approaches to mission success.

Small, Low-Cost Missions in Development and Operations for Space and Earth Exploration
This session will explore the use of small spacecraft (smallsats, CubeSats, etc.) to enable new, exciting low-cost missions for space
exploration. This session will focus on small, low-cost missions in development or operations.

Young Lee

young.h.lee@jpl.nasa.gov

Technical Group Supervisor and Project Support Lead, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Benjamin Donitz

benjamin.p.donitz@jpl.nasa.gov

Systems Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Lee Jasperlee.jasper@sdl.usu.edu

System Engineer , Space Dynamics Laboratory

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Future Small, Low-Cost Mission Concepts
This session is focused on small mission concepts and missions in formulation. Missions in all areas of space exploration are welcome,including Earth science, planetary science, astrophysics, and heliophysics.

Young Lee

young.h.lee@jpl.nasa.gov

Technical Group Supervisor and Project Support Lead, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Dexter Becklund

dexter.becklund@aero.org

Engineering Manager, The Aerospace Corporation

Nathan Barba

nathan.j.barba@jpl.nasa.gov

Systems Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Session 03

Lessons Learned from Small Spacecraft Missions
The past decade has seen major advancements in the development and demonstration of CubeSat and SmallSat technologies and missions.
There are many issues and challenges to flying CubeSats and SmallSats successfully, including performance, cost, risk, reliability, fault
tolerance, thermal management, radiation hardness, and mission lifetime. University involvement in CubeSat and SmallSat development
has provided an excellent training ground for future spacecraft developers. CubeSat and SmallSat technology demonstrations have been
experimental and operational. CubeSat and SmallSat technology and mission developments and demonstrations have experienced total
successes, partial successes, and, undoubtedly, a few failures. Each success and failure provide opportunities to learn. The objective of thissession is to allow CubeSat and SmallSat developers to share their lessons learned, both good and bad, with the CubeSat and SmallSat
community.

Michael Swartwout

mswartwo@slu.edu

Professor, Saint Louis University

Bruce Yost

bruce.d.yost@nasa.gov

Director, S3VI, NASA Ames Research Center

John Samson

jrsamson1970@gmail.com

Research Affiliate / Aerospace Consultantant, Morehead State University

Session 04

Small Missions as an Educational Opportunity
This session focuses on CubeSat/SmallSat applications as part of an educational process.

Michael Swartwout

mswartwo@slu.edu

Professor, Saint Louis University

Jin S. Kangkang@usna.edu

Associate Professor, U.S. Naval Academy

Session 05

Instruments and Payloads for Small, Low-Cost Missions
Payloads and instruments for small spacecraft can bring unique challenges, yet can provide capabilities not previously considered. This
Session is focused on all types of instruments and payloads for small missions.

Rashmi Shahrashmi.shah@jpl.nasa.gov

Associate Directorate Technologist for Earth Science and Technology, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Michael O'Connor

michael.oconnor.23@spaceforce.mil

Major, United States Space Force

Laila Kazemi

laila@arcsecspace.com

ADCS R&D Engineer , arcsec

Session 06

Technologies for Small, Low-Cost Missions
This session seeks papers covering technologies, systems, and RF components for very small spacecraft (secondary platforms such as
CubeSat, ESPA and ASAP-class) that enable "big" science and technology missions on a small budget. Papers that evaluate flight or testing
results are strongly encouraged.

John Dickinson

jrdicki@sandia.gov

Manager, Research & Development, Flight Edge Compute Systems, Sandia National Laboratories

Dimitris Anagnostou

danagn@ieee.org

Associate Professor, Heriot Watt University

Michael Mclelland

michael.mclelland@swri.org

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Access to Space for Small, Low-Cost Missions
Getting to space can be a roadblock for small space missions due to launch costs and availability. This session focuses on the developmentof adapters (ESPA, PPOD, etc.), new launch vehicles, the acceptance of risk for accommodating secondary or auxiliary payloads and hosted
payload options to create opportunities for small mission access to space.

Kara O'Donnell

kara.a.odonnell@aero.org

Principal Director, Aerospace Corporation

Nicole Fondse

nicole.fondse@aero.org

Systems Director, Aerospace Corporation

Session 08

Applications for Distributed Systems of Small Spacecraft
This session focuses on distributed systems, swarms, networks, and constellations of small spacecraft, enabling low cost missions while also
creating novel opportunities for new capabilities and science.

Ryan Woolley

woolley@jpl.nasa.gov

Mission Design Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Ashwati Das-Stuart

ashstudas@gmail.com

Navigation Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Rashmi Shahrashmi.shah@jpl.nasa.gov

Associate Directorate Technologist for Earth Science and Technology, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Track 6

Session 01

Remote Sensing
Jordan Evans		jordan.p.evans@jpl.nasa.gov

Darin Dunham		
darin@vectraxx.com

Project Manager, Europa Clipper. Previously the
Deputy Director for Engineering and Science at JPL
and Division Manager of JPL's Mechanical Systems
Division. Development experience with space
projects at both NASA Goddard and JPL, including
FUSE, WFC3, GLAST, LISA, and MSL along withnumerous architecture studies.

LM Fellow and Spiral Chief Engineer, C2BMC
Missile Defense National Team, Lockheed Martin,
Huntsville. Working on target tracking anddiscrimination algorithms within the Ballistic
Missile Defense System. Served almost 10 years
in the Marine Corps. MSEE, Naval Postgraduate
School; BSEE, Carnegie Mellon.

Systems Engineering Challenges and Approaches for Remote Sensing Systems
The need to make a particular measurement from a particular vantage point drives us to build sophisticated remote sensing instruments
and launch them on similarly sophisticated spacecraft, aircraft, submersibles, balloons, etc. This session explores the highly couplednature of the instrument, platform architecture, flight path design, ground system and mission operations, and the systems engineering
challenges and solutions employed.
Topics include instrument influences on platform architectures and flight path design, platform-to-instrument integration, trade studies,trends and novel solutions.

Travis Imken

travis.imken@jpl.nasa.gov

Systems Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Bogdan Oaida

bogdan@jpl.nasa.gov

Group Supervisor, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Maria De Soria Santacruz Pichmaria.de.soria-santacruz.pich@jpl.nasa.gov

Systems Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Session 02

Instrument and Sensor Architecture, Design, Test, and Accommodation
This session covers topics related to the physical or functional architecture and design of instruments/sensors. Topics include hardware/
software trade studies, fault protection approaches, unique or innovative system interfaces, accommodation of payloads within a system,
system-level instrument/sensor testing, instrument/sensor integration, test, and calibration, and approaches to the processes involved inengineering an instrument or sensor.

Matthew Horner

mhorner@jpl.nasa.gov

Mechanical Systems Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Keith Rosettekeith.a.rosette@jpl.nasa.gov

Deputy Project Manager, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

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Imaging Spectrometer Systems, Science, and Applications
This session covers the design, assembly, calibration, and operation of imaging spectrometer instruments and hyperspectral sensors.
Technology development and data processing techniques are also included, as well as proposed instruments and lessons learned from allphases.

Peter Sullivan

peter.sullivan@jpl.nasa.gov

Electrical Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Mohamed Abidmabid@jpl.nasa.gov

SRL Payload Chief Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Session 04

Radar, IR, and Electro-Optical Sensor Systems and Signal Processing
This session focuses on remote sensing devices, systems, and signal processing. Topics of interest include surveillance and imaging radars,
infrared search and track systems, IR components and instrumentation, and electro-optic imagers and their application to environmental,
defense, astronomical, and meteorological sensing.

Thomas Backes

tdbackes@gmail.com

Research Engineer, Georgia Institute of Technology

Donnie Smith

donnie.smith@gatech.edu

Radar Engineer, Waymo

Robert Magnusson

magnusson@uta.edu

Professor, University of Texas at Arlington

Session 05

Information Fusion
This session focuses on exploitation of all sources of information, including physical sensor data, context information, and human inputs.
Methodologies for effective multi-sensor multi-target tracking and sensor management of disparate sources are of interest, as arealgorithms and advances in downstream analysis of track data for situational awareness.

Craig Agate

cagate@toyon.com

Chief Scientist, Toyon Research Corporation

Dan Harrism082844@gmail.com

Causal AI Architect, Northrop Grumman Corporation

Session 06

Multisensor Fusion
Papers that address all aspects of information fusion for the integration of multiple sensors are sought. Of particular interest are thetheoretical aspects of some popular questions.
When is sensor fusion better than a single sensor? How does one ensure that sensor fusion produces better results? Paper that document
algorithms that address one of the many challenges in multisensor/multitarget tracking or multisensor resource management are alsosought.

William Blairdale.blair@gtri.gatech.edu

Principal Research Engineer, Georgia Tech Research Institute

Laura Bateman

laura.bateman@jhuapl.edu

System Engineer, Johns Hopkins University/Applied Physics Laboratory

Session 07

Applications of Target Tracking
Tracking of targets, both cooperative and uncooperative, moving under water, on water, on land, in air or in space, with sonar, radar orelectro-optical sensors. Fusion of data from multiple sensors. Algorithms for handling target maneuvers and data association. Estimationof sensor properties (biases, noise variances). Includes traditional tracking algorithms and AI/ML approaches.

John Glassjglass20@gmail.com

Systems Engineer, RTX

John Grimes

john.p.grimes@baesystems.com

Scientist, BAE Systems, Inc

Session 08

Fusion Integration of Sensor Harvesting
Methods for situation awareness/assessment, threat/impact analysis, sensor/processing refinement, user/man-machine interfaces, andmission awareness/responsiveness. Techniques for system design leveraging information fusion for Command, Control, Communications,
Computers, and Cyber Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) over multi-domain sensor data and intelligence collections.
Applications focusing on space, air, and architecture developments for efficient and effective distributed net-centric operations, edge
computing, and complex networks. Approaches for software/hardware dynamic data-driven applications systems (DDDAS) improvements,
context-enhanced results, and avionics protocols for big data scenarios. Use of information fusion to optimize and coordinate machine
analytics with users for human-machine teaming.

Erik Blascherik.blasch@gmail.com

IEEE Aerospace & Electronic Systems Society, Air Force Research Laboratory

Peter Zulch

peter.zulch@us.af.mil

Engineer, Air Force Research Laboratory

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Track 7

Session 01

Avionics and Electronics for Space Applications
John Dickinson		
jrdicki@sandia.gov

Patrick Phelan		pphelan@swri.org

Experience in spacecraft & payload systems
engineering and avionics design & test on Kepler,
WISE, JUNO, IBEX, RBSP, MMS, SPP, Solar Orbiter,CYGNSS, and multiple government programs. BSEE,
Johns Hopkins University; MSEE, Georgia Instituteof Technology.

Manager at Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) in
San Antonio, TX, USA in the Space Systems Division.
B.S., Computer Engineering and M.S., ElectricalEngineering, Georgia Institute of Technology.

High Performance Computing and On-Board Data Processing for Space Applications
Explore innovations and new developments in spacecraft on-board and embedded computing architectures. Example hardware topics:
processors, data handling and companion processing ASICs and FPGAs, multicore processing architectures, application of soft-coreembedded FPGA processors, emerging GPU technologies for space-based applications, on-orbit reconfiguration, and new or applied
standards for embedded space electronics applications. Example software topics: machine learning techniques, embedded clustercomputing, on-board big data analytics, power-aware optimal reconfiguration algorithms, reconfigurable software-implemented hardware
fault tolerance algorithms and designs, evolutionary platforms, and autonomous computing designs. Papers should address, as applicable:
processing performance, size-weight-power (SWaP) comparisons of different components and architectures, standardized form factors,
protocols and interfaces, radiation hardness by design, process, or technology, mitigation of other spacecraft environmental factors,
software support, and integration and test of elements. Descriptions and performance of actual development, test, flight, or mission usage
are highly sought.

Jamal Haque

jamal_haq@yahoo.com

Chief Satellite Architect, Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company

Robert Merl

merl@lanl.gov

Electrical Engineer, Los Alamos National Laboratory

Session 02

Peripheral Electronics, Data Handling, and Interconnects for Space Applications
This session explores novel concepts for hardware and software technologies that support but are peripheral to the main computing
core. Example topics include: novel instrument or payload hardware and software technologies; network connections architectures; highspeed interconnects; mixed signal and systems-on-a-chip technologies; onboard signal, data, and command processing; telecommand
reception, decoding, and distribution; payload data pre-processing; dedicated accelerators for data processing; transmission and storage(e.g. compression, encoding, parallel processing for payloads (GIPs, GFLOPs), etc.); fault-tolerance mechanisms; autonomous operations,reconfigurable approaches, and failsafe strategies; emerging and novel designs and tests for high performance embedded computing
platforms; temporal and spatial reuse of systems' resources; sensor, detector, and imager readout circuits; high resolution/ high speed ADCs
and DACs; resource efficient (mass/ volume ) miniaturized multi-channel/ parallel systems; circuit designs for analog and digital processing
functions; and designs for integrated communications systems applications on a chip.

Patrick Phelan

pphelan@swri.org

Manager - R&D, Southwest Research InstituteMark Post

mark.post@york.ac.uk

Senior Lecturer, University of York

Michael Epperly

mepperly@swri.edu

Senior Program Manager, Southwest Research InstituteSession 03

Assembly, Integration, and Test for Electrical Space Systems
This session explores all aspects of assembly, integration, and test of electrical space systems. This includes assembly, integration, and test
efforts at the board-level for RF, analog, or digital card assemblies; box-level for command, telemetry, data handling, data processing, control,
power, or mixed-purpose avionics; subsystem-level for instruments/payloads; or system-level for entire spacecraft electrical subsystems.
Papers can address innovative uses of test software, test scripts, mission simulation, human-computer interface, electrical support groundequipment, and harnessing to accomplish integration and test. Papers also address unique system engineering and configuration control
approaches to manage test, and transition from system test to launch and mission operations.

Eric Bradleyeric.w.bradley6.civ@us.navy.mil

Computer Engineer, Naval Research Laboratory

Eric Rosslanderic.rossland@nrl.navy.mil

Electronics Engineer, Naval Research Laboratory

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Power Electronics for Aerospace Applications
This session explores advanced power electronics designs and systems for space and avionics applications. Example topics include: powerdevices; wide bandgap power semiconductors; power electronics; electro-magnetic devices; photo-voltaic modules; energy storage andbattery management systems and power systems. Papers discuss technical aspects of power electronics including extreme thermal andpower requirements, radiation hardening, efficiency and power management, tolerance to aerospace environments, and reliability.

Christopher Iannello

chris.iannello@nasa.gov

NASA Technical Fellow for Electrical Power, NASA NESC

Thomas Cook

thomas.cook@swri.org

Senior Research Engineer, Southwest Research InstituteSession 05

Electronics for Extreme Environments
This session explores innovations in electronics technologies and packaging that help enable operation of electronics in extreme
environments, including space. Technologies resilient to extremes in temperature, radiation, and launch vehicle environments are relevant.
Example topics include: materials and techniques for assembling and testing microelectronics; component packaging, attachment,
and connectors; thermal/mechanical/electrical/radiation performance comparisons; reliability and failure analyses; adaptation of
manufacturing methods for space applications; and integration of diverse modules such as MEMS, power electronics, sensors, optics, RF
and microprocessors.

Mohammad Mojarradi

mohammad.m.mojarradi@jpl.nasa.gov

Manger, Componnent Engineering and Assurance, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Session 06

Fault Tolerance, Autonomy, and Evolvability in Spacecraft and Instrument Avionics
This session explores adaptation, including Fault Tolerance, Autonomy, and Evolvability, in space electronics. Adaptation reflects
the capability of a system to maintain or improve its performance in the presence of internal or external changes, such as faults anddegradations, uncertainties and variations during fabrication, modifications in the operational environment, or incidental interference.
This session addresses all aspects of adaptivity for spacecraft and instrument avionics with the scope of papers encompassing theoreticalconsiderations, design solutions, and actual techniques applied to space flight operations.

Tom Hoffman

thoffman@jpl.nasa.gov

Project Manager, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Didier Keymeulendidier.keymeulen@jpl.nasa.gov

Principal, Member Technical Staff, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Session 07

Guidance, Navigation, and Control Technologies for Space Applications
This session explores sensor, actuator, algorithm and processing innovations related to the guidance, navigation, and control of spacevehicles. This session welcomes manuscripts that discuss technologies applicable to satellites, probes, landers, launchers, and other spacerelated missions.

Leena Singhlsmindstorm@gmail.com

Senior Staff, MIT Lincoln Laboratory

Matthew Lashley

matthewvlashley@gmail.com

Senior Research Engineer, Georgia Tech Research InstituteJohn Enrightjenright@torontomu.ca

Professor, Toronto Metropolitan University

Session 08

Emerging Technologies for Space Applications
This session explores a wide range of advanced, novel, and cutting edge device technologies for space applications. Example topics include:
advanced MEMS devices; 3D circuit printing; innovative embedded electronics applications (including multi-functional components); as
well as the leveraging of advanced commercial electronics for space applications. This session also serves as a catch-all for unique advanced
technology topics that do not fit cleanly into other sessions or are inherently multi-disciplinary in nature.

William Jackson

william.jackson01@l3harris.com

Senior Scientist, L3Harris Technologies

Michael Mclelland

michael.mclelland@swri.org

Vice President, Space Systems Division, Southwest Research InstituteSession 09

COTS Utilization for Reliable Space Applications
This session explores the use of commercial, off-the-shelf electronics and technologies in a space environment. Using commercial electronics
not intended for an application in a space environment is becoming increasingly common. Topics of interest include: adaptations of COTS
electronics for fault tolerance and environmental resilience; flight proven COTS electronics; novel implementations of electrical functions
using COTS components; and results of COTS component use. Papers address theoretical considerations, design solutions, and actualtechniques applied to space flight operations.

Douglas Carssow

douglas.carssow@nrl.navy.mil

Electronics Engineer, Naval Research Laboratory

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Session 10

Designing Spacecraft Hardware for Electromagnetic Compatibility, Signal Integrity, and Power Integrity inSpace Applications
This session explores the advanced and innovative techniques recently developed that ensure spacecraft hardware are designed andhardened for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) with emphasis on signal integrity and power integrity (SI/PI) of the unit electronics.
Topics of interest include: risks posed by Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), SI/PI, DC magnetic cleanliness and Electrostatic Discharge(ESD) present in spacecraft instruments, International Space Station instruments, spacecraft & space launch vehicle systems, robotics, andcrewed vehicles. Papers address a wide range of topics and present innovative modeling and hardware solutions to EMC on the part,board, box, system, multi-system, planetary, and interplanetary levels. The harshness of the space environments necessitates a broader
view of EMC issues than traditional terrestrial projects, often leading to creative methods and solutions that can benefit our society’s efforts
elsewhere on Earth.

Jeffrey Boyejeffrey.boye@jhuapl.edu

Engineer, Johns Hopkins University/Applied Physics Laboratory

Pablo Narvaez

pablo.narvaez@jpl.nasa.gov

Principal Engineer/Section Manager, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Track 8

Session 01

Spacecraft & Launch Vehicle Systems & Technologies
Greg Chavers		
greg.chavers@nasa.gov

Lisa May		lisa.may@aeroconf.org

Strategic architect and integration manager for
science and technology at the Marshall Space
Flight Center. B.S., Aerospace Engineering, Auburn
University; M.S. and Ph.D., Physics, University of
Alabama, Huntsville.

Lockheed Martin’s Deep Space Exploration Strategy& BD Lead for Commercial Civil Space. Portfolio
includes robotic science solutions, including
deep space planetary missions. M.S., MechanicalEngineering and B.A., Speech Communications,
University of Virginia.

Human Exploration Beyond Low Earth Orbit
This session seeks papers addressing the broader aspects of human and scientific exploration including planning, development, system
concepts, and execution of missions beyond low Earth orbit toward the lunar surface and on to Mars. Sample topics include systems
architecture studies of human missions to cislunar space, the Moon and Mars, design reference mission analyses, strategic concepts,
broader trade study and systems engineering analyses for any aspect of human and scientific space exploration systems beyond low-Earthorbit, and post-mission analyses and lessons learned from executed missions. Lunar landers, surface systems and sustainable concepts forlunar exploration extensibility toward Mars exploration missions are in focus.

Kevin Post

kevin.e.post@nasa.gov

Mission Design Engineer, Booz Allen Hamilton

Chel Stromgren

chel.stromgren@nasa.gov

COO, Binera, Inc.

Session 02

Human Exploration Systems Technology Development
This session seeks papers dealing with technology development for human exploration of space. This can include development efforts
with technology readiness levels anywhere from laboratory to full-scale flight demos. It can also include assessments of technology needsof programs, program elements, or individual mission concepts.

Matthew Simon

matthew.a.simon@nasa.gov

Capabilities Integration Lead, NASA Langley Research Center

Erica Rodgers

erica.rodgers@nasa.gov

Senior Analyst, NASA Headquarters

Session 03

Advanced Launch Vehicle Systems and Technologies
This session seeks papers covering on-going development and future advances in space transportation from Earth to orbit and distantdestinations. Topics including transportation architectures, launch vehicles, infrastructure, transportation business and enabling
technologies are of interest.

Melissa Sampson

melissa.sampson@lmco.com

Strategy & External Engagement Lead, Lockheed Martin

Randy Williams

randall.l.williams@aero.org

Systems Director, The Aerospace Corporation

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Commercial Services for Lunar and Mars Exploration
This session seeks papers related to commercial services, such as Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS), Human Landing Systems(HLS), and Deep Space Logistics (DSL), etc for the exploration of Moon and Mars. This includes opportunities and challenges for mission
planners and project / program management within NASA as well as opportunities and challenges for the commercial providers. Lessons
learned on past and near-term missions are valuable to evolving the commercial services approach and are of high interest. Perspectives
on business cases for commercial services is of interest.

Paul Niles

paul.b.niles@nasa.gov

Planetary Scientist, NASA Johnson Space Center

Steve Matousek

steven.e.matousek@jpl.nasa.gov

Manager, Advanced Studies, Mars Exploration Program, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Session 05

Human Factors & PerformanceThis session seeks papers on human performance, integration, and operations within complex spacecraft systems. Suggested humanfactors topics may include cockpit and flight deck displays and controls, autonomous crew performance, handling qualities and flight
performance, human-robotic interaction and performance, team performance and dynamics, training, countermeasures technologies/
systems, and behavioral health and performance during short- and long-duration spaceflight. Papers including operations to experimental
and modeling approaches, both in the laboratory and in spaceflight analog locations are of interest.

Jessica Marquez

jessica.j.marquez@nasa.gov

Human System Engineer, NASA Ames Research Center

Kevin Duda

kduda@draper.com

Senior Program Manager, Space Systems, The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc.

Session 06

Space Human Physiology and Countermeasures
This session focuses on the physiological aspects of humans in space and current or future countermeasures and technologies tomaximize human health and performance in the space environment. Suggested topics include (but are not limited to) bone loss, muscle
atrophy, psychological effects, sensory-motor deconditioning, extravehicular activity, cardiovascular adaptation, Spaceflight Associated
Neuro-ocular Syndrome (SANS), decompression sickness, radiation, exercise, injury biomechanics, or artificial gravity. Physiological andpsychological aspects of missions at Space Analogue sites are also of interest. Both experimental and modeling approaches are welcome.

Ana Diaz Artiles

adartiles@tamu.edu

Assistant Professor, Texas A&M University

Andrew Abercromby

andrew.abercromby-1@nasa.gov

Lead - Human Physiology, Performance, Protection and Operations (H-3PO) Laboratory, NASA Johnson Space Center

Torin Clark

torin.clark@colorado.edu

Associate Professor, University of Colorado-Boulder

Session 07

Mechanical Systems, Design and Technologies
This session seeks papers on spacecraft configurations, structures, mechanical and thermal systems, devices, and technologies for spaceflight systems and in situ exploration. Papers addressing mechanical systems design, ground testing, and flight validation are also
encouraged.

Alexander Eremenko

alexander.e.eremenko@jpl.nasa.gov

Mechanical Systems Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Peter Rossoni

peter.rossoni-1@nasa.gov

Lead Engineer, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Session 08

Spacecraft Propulsion and Power Systems
This session seeks papers on the development and infusion of in-space propulsion and power generation, storage, and management
technologies for future NASA deep space science missions and Earth orbiting applications. The session’s primary focus is on in-space
applications and is not intended for human spaceflight topics or launch vehicles.

Erica Deionno

erica.deionno@aero.org

Principal Director, The Aerospace Corporation

Richard Hoferrichard.r.hofer@jpl.nasa.gov

Supervisor, Electric Propulsion, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Session 09

Nuclear Space Power Generation
The Nuclear Space Power Generation session invites papers on all things nuclear and related to space power: concepts for dynamic powersystems and static generators at all scales, conversion technologies, fuel processing, reactors for manned and unmanned space missions,lessons learned and best practices, plans for future devices, models and simulations, test results, government policies, nuclear launchsafety, infrastructure, and technologies on any scale that address the future success of space missions.

Christofer Whiting

chris.whiting@udri.udayton.edu

Principal Research Scientist, University of Dayton

Concha Reid

concha.m.reid@nasa.gov

Program Manager, NASA

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Session 10

Systems and Technologies for Ascent from Lunar and Planetary Bodies
This session covers both the individual technologies, the system level interactions and trades, and the issues that influence the design ofascent systems leaving the surface of planetary bodies, such as the Moon, Mars, Phobos and others within our solar system. It addresses
issues like the impacts of thermal constraints, propulsion design and performance, GN&C, aerodynamic impacts, and packaging constraints
for both crewed and robotic ascent vehicle design. This includes cargo return from the lunar and Martian surface including samples as wellas ascent for humans.

Tara Polsgrovetara.polsgrove@nasa.gov

Chief Lander Architect, Human Landing System, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center

Ashley Karp

ashley.c.karp@jpl.nasa.gov

Mars Launch Manager, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Track 9Session 01

Air Vehicle Systems and Technologies for Atmospheric Platforms
Christopher Elliott		
cmelliott.llc@gmail.com

Tom Mc Ateer		
thomas.mcateer@navy.mil

Principal Research Engineer at CMElliott Applied
Science LLC. Ph.D. and M.S., Aerospace Engineering,
University of Texas, Arlington; B.S., Aerospace
Engineering, University of Texas, Austin.

Systems of Systems Test and Evaluation, Naval Air
Warfare Center Aircraft Division, Patuxent River, MD.

Air Vehicle Modeling and Simulation
This session focuses on methodology and techniques for the modeling and simulation of atmospheric vehicles including piloted, remotely
piloted, and autonomous platforms including fixed wing, rotary wing, and any other aerial vehicle(s). The Air Vehicle Modeling and
Simulation is open to any atmospheric vehicle concept including fixed wing, rotary wing, propulsive and buoyant lift applications for
Earth-based or other Planetary Atmospheric GNC applications (atmospheric referring to the envelope of gases that surrounds any planetor dwarf planets or moons within or outside the solar system).

Will Goins

wgoinsaerospace902@gmail.com

Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer, Ierus Technologies

Richard Hoobler

rhoobler@utexas.edu

Graduate Research Assistant, University of Texas at Austin

Session 02

Air Vehicle Autonomy and Artificial Intelligence for Atmospheric Platforms
This session includes papers on all aspects of autonomy and artificial intelligence and machine learning for Air Vehicle applications
including piloted, remotely piloted, and autonomous platforms in atmospheric flight. Example topics may include human and automonyinteraction; real time prognostics and integrity monitoring and mitigation; path planning in dynamic and uncertain environments; conflict
detection and resolution; and work from experimental to operational applications.

Will Goins

wgoinsaerospace902@gmail.com

Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer, Ierus Technologies

Kerianne Hobbs

kerianne.hobbs@afrl.af.mil

Aerospace Engineer, Air Force Research Laboratory

Session 03

Air Vehicle Integrated Systems, Sensors, Safety-Critical Hardware, and Avionics
This session includes a broad focus on topics ranging from integrated systems, sensor technologies and safety critical hardware, andoperator feedback and avionics technologies for atmospheric flight applications including piloted, remotely piloted, and autonomous
platforms. Papers may address concepts and practices for the design, integration and testing of these systems for improving aircraft
performance, operator situational awareness, survivability, energy state, and airspace deconfliction. Novel sensor concepts and sensor
fusion, aircraft state estimation, and operator feedback are all important example topics for this session.

Andrew Lynch

vvtp01@gmail.com

General Manager, Tactical Air Support Inc.

Will Goins

wgoinsaerospace902@gmail.com

Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer, Ierus Technologies

Thomas Fraser

thomas.w.fraser@lmco.com

Engineer, Lockheed Martin Corp

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Air Vehicle Flight Guidance, Navigation, and Control Theory and Application
This session focuses on Atmospheric Flight Control and includes theory, application, and future or historical operational example topics
ranging from guidance algorithms and path planning; navigation state estimation and sensing and control variable construction; to flightcontrol law loop closure design, synthesis, and evaluation. The Air Vehicle Flight GNC session is open to any atmospheric vehicle concept
including piloted, remotely piloted, and autonomous platforms categorically ranging from fixed wing, rotary wing, propulsive and buoyant
lift applications for Earth-based or other Planetary Atmospheric GNC applications (atmospheric referring to the envelope of gases thatsurrounds any planet or dwarf planets or moons within or outside the solar system). Example topics may include linear and nonlinear
derivation, analysis and simulation results to experimental or operational flight events and lessons learned.

Tom Mc Ateer

thomas.mcateer@navy.mil

System of Systems Test and Evaluation, NAVAIR

Richard Hoobler

rhoobler@utexas.edu

Graduate Research Assistant, University of Texas at Austin

Nikolaus Ammann

nikolaus.ammann@dlr.de

Research Scientist, German Aerospace Center - DLR

Session 05

Air Vehicle Distributed, Cooperative, and Multi-Vehicle GNC
This session focuses on atmospheric flight applications including piloted, remotely piloted, and autonomous platforms utilizing theconcept of distributed systems and/or agents either working together cooperatively or competitively in a multiple vehicle environment.
Example topics may range from resource allocation and command and control of complex, autonomous systems to self-organization
and autonomous operation and decision making. Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) concepts may include the successful design,
deployment, operation, evaluation, and certification of any homogeneous or mixed type of multi-vehicular GNC system.

Christopher Elliott

cmelliott.llc@gmail.com

Principal Research Engineer, CMElliott Applied Science LLC

Session 06

Air Vehicle Flight Testing, Verification, and Validation
This session focuses on methodology and techniques for the flight testing, and verification and validation (V&V) of atmospheric vehicles
including piloted, remotely piloted, and autonomous platforms including fixed wing, rotary wing, and any other aerial vehicle(s). The
Air Vehicle Flight Testing, and V&V session is open to any atmospheric vehicle concept including fixed wing, rotary wing, propulsive andbuoyant lift applications for Earth-based or other Planetary Atmospheric GNC applications (atmospheric referring to the envelope of gasesthat surrounds any planet or dwarf planets or moons within or outside the solar system).

Christopher Elliott

cmelliott.llc@gmail.com

Principal Research Engineer, CMElliott Applied Science LLC

Track 10

Session 01

Software and Computing
Kristin Wortman		
kristin.wortman@jhuapl.edu

Virgil Adumitroaie		
virgila@jpl.nasa.gov

Principal professional staff, Space Exploration
Sector's Space Mission Assurance group at Johns
Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
located in Laurel, MD. B.S., Computer andInformation Science; M.S., Software Engineering,
University of Maryland University College.

Data Scientist, JPL. Working on planetaryatmospheric and magnetospheric modeling. Past
research in high-speed turbulent combustion
modeling,
data
dimensionality
reduction,neural networks, decision support, climate data
assimilation, and scientific software development.
Ph.D., ME, University at Buffalo.

Computational Modeling
The focus of this session is Computational Modeling in any discipline, with emphasis on the mathematical model of the phenomenology
and on the numerical algorithms used for solution. Disciplines include fluid dynamics and fluid/thermal sciences, earth and planetary
physics, systems engineering studies, sensor management and sensor modeling, and radar and signal processing.

Virgil Adumitroaie

virgila@jpl.nasa.gov

Data Scientist, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Seungwon Lee

seungwon.lee@jpl.nasa.gov

Data Scientist, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

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Session 02

Innovative Software Engineering and Management Techniques and Practices
Practices followed during development and management of aerospace software systems vary across the industry. This divide seems
to be growing as emerging markets, such as commercial space and cubesats, adopt techniques from other software domains while thetraditional aerospace market works to tailor existing processes. Suggested topics covering both experience and research in software
engineering and management techniques with both flight and ground system development such as: innovative software architectures,software management techniques to ensure and measure software progress, effective review processes, COTS integration and code reusestrategies, new design methods, and unique approaches to software test and verification. Other software engineering topics will also be
considered in this session.

Kristin Wortman

kristin.wortman@jhuapl.edu

Principal Professional Staff, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory

Ronnie Killough

rkillough@swri.org

Program Director - R&D, Southwest Research InstituteSession 03

Software Architecture and Design
Appropriate software architecture is critical to the design, development and evolution of all software systems, and its role in the engineeringof software-intensive applications in the aerospace domain has become increasingly important. This session solicits novel ideas on
the foundations, languages, models, techniques, tools, and applications of software architecture technology. Topics include softwarearchitecture for space mission systems; architecture across software, system and enterprise boundaries; architectural patterns, styles andviewpoints; architecture frameworks; design reasoning, capturing and sharing design decisions; and open architectures, product-line
architectures, and systems of systems software architects’ roles and responsibilities.

Martin Stelzer

martin.stelzer@dlr.de

Research Associate, German Aerospace Center - DLRPeter Lehner

peter.lehner@dlr.deTeam Lead Mobile Manipulators, German Aerospace Center - DLR

Session 04

Software Quality, Reliability and Safety Engineering and Other Illities
The focus of this session is to share systematic practices followed in aerospace to ensure an adequate confidence level that a softwaresystem conforms to its requirements and will perform in a safe and reliable manner. Software quality, reliability and safety engineering
covers methodologies and techniques used for assessment of the development cycle, verification, validation and test programs, standards,
models, certifications, tools, data analysis and risk management. This session is also a forum for discussion on other illities, such as software
maintainability.

Kristin Wortman

kristin.wortman@jhuapl.edu

Principal Professional Staff, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory

Robert Klar

robert.klar@swri.org

Institute Engineer, Southwest Research InstituteSession 05

Model-based Systems and Software Engineering
This session is concerned with the application, or potential application, of advanced model-based approaches, methodologies, techniques,languages, and tools to the aerospace domain. Topics ranging from theoretical and conceptual work in these areas to specific, concrete
applications, in scope from small software systems to complex monolithic systems to large system-of-systems, are welcome. Other driving
current themes include: coordination and usage of multiple types of models, e.g., digital twins, descriptive versus behavioral models; theuse of MBSE simulations and analyses in support of architecture development; the application of information visualization techniques
for improved MBSE deliverables; the use of MBSE in specialized domains such as fault protection or electrical systems engineering. The
Session's areas of interest including model-based architecture and analysis, design, control systems, verification and testing, simulation,
domain specific languages and transformations, aircraft, spacecraft, instruments, flight systems, ground systems, planning and execution,
guidance and navigation, and fault management.

Aleksandra Markina Khusid

amarkina@gmail.com

Department Manager, MITRE Corporation

Hongman Kim

hongman.kim@jpl.nasa.gov

Systems Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Session 06

Machine Learning / Artificial Intelligence (ML/AI) for Aerospace Applications
This session considers how to create state-of-the-art single and multi-agent system technologies necessary for developing algorithms,
software, or hardware for intelligent, adaptive, and learning systems. Application areas include single and multiple homogeneous orheterogenous platforms and their related systems, e.g., ground movers / stations, single or constellations of spacecraft/satellites, unmanned
aerial systems (UAS), etc., including mission systems, and autonomy. Techniques considered will include, but are not limited to, all artificial
intelligence, machine learning, and reinforcement learning paradigms, genetic programming and algorithms, swarm intelligence,probabilistic AI, human trust in AI, cooperative multi-agent systems, and training, testing, & verification tools and methodologies. Thissession invites papers on best practices towards implementing new state-of-the-art autonomy and intelligence systems for aerospace.
Papers on novel AI/ML algorithms for single and multi-agent systems including centralized and decentralized protocols, guaranteedstability, robustness, and performance bounds, and comparison with conventional closed-loop control systems are of particular interest.

Daniel Clancy

daniel.clancy@gtri.gatech.edu

Senior Research Engineer, Georgia Tech Research InstituteGeorges Labrèche
Spacecraft Operations Engineer, Tanagra Space / European Space Agency

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georges@tanagraspace.com

Session 07

Human-Systems Interaction
Humans are the most critical element in system safety, reliability, and performance. Their creativity, adaptability, and problem-solving
capabilities are key to resilient operations across the different aerospace applications. This session focuses on the technologies andtechniques leading to effective interfaces and interaction between humans and spacecraft, robots, and other aerospace systems. Specifictopics of interests include HCI-HMI, multimodal sensory integration such as vision, haptics and audio, HCI-HMI for tele-operation interfaces,
virtual, augmented and mixed reality environments, scientific visualization and natural user interfaces as applied to design, production,
operations, and analysis, as well as training and for decision support. Novel solutions/experiences from other domains and their applicationin aerospace domain, specifically contributing to an efficient human systems interaction are also of interest.

Janki Dodiya

janki.dodiya@iu.org

Professor for Augmented/Virtual Reality and Human Computer Interaction, IU International University of Applied Science

Andreas Gerndt

andreas.gerndt@dlr.de

Head of Department, German Aerospace Center - DLR

Session 08

Image Processing and Computer Vision
The focus of this session is both theoretical and experimental work on Image Processing and Computer Vision in aerospace applications. The
disciplines include, but not limited to image-based navigation, image classification, image reconstruction, image segmentation, feature
extraction, image compression, object detection and tracking, image correlation, coding and limitations, computational complexity,
adaptive algorithms, video coding (e.g., MPEG, H.265), hardware and bandwidth limitations, key improvements, contributions, and lesson
learned.

Samuel Bibelhauser

samuel.bibelhauser@jhuapl.edu

Engineer, Johns Hopkins University/Applied Physics Laboratory

Marco Sewtz

marco.sewtz@dlr.de

Scientific Staff, German Aerospace Center - DLR

Timothy Chasetbchase@buffalo.edu

Ph.D. Candidate/Computer Engineer, University at Buffalo/NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Track 11

Session 01

Diagnostics, Prognostics and Health Management (PHM)
Andrew Hess		
andrew_hess@comcast.net

Wolfgang Fink		
wfink@arizona.edu

Consultant to government and industry on
advanced diagnostics, prognostics, data andpredictive analytics, CBM, smart manufacturing,
health and asset management of machines andengineering systems. Previously program officelead for the JSF PHM effort. Current President of
the PHM Society.

Edward and Maria Keonjian Endowed Chair,
University of Arizona with joint appointmentsin the Departments of ECE, BME, SIE, AME, andOphthalmology and Vision Science. AIMBE Fellow,
PHMS Fellow, SPIE Fellow, UA da Vinci Fellow, UA
ACABI Fellow, and Senior Member IEEE. Ph.D.,
Physics, University of Tübingen, Germany.

PHM for Aerospace Systems, Subsystems, Components, Electronics, and Structures
Advanced Diagnostics and PHM can be and is applied separately or concurrently at the device, component, subsystem, structure, system
and/or total platform levels. This session will give PHM developers, practitioners, integrators, and users a chance to discuss their capabilities
and experiences at any or all of these application levels. Discussion of the integration of PHM capabilities across these various levels of
application is welcome and encouraged. Applications involving propulsion systems, fuel management, flight control, EHAS, drive systems,
and structures are particularly solicited.

Andrew Hess

andrew_hess@comcast.net

President, The Hess PHM Group, Inc.

David He

davidhe@uic.edu

Professor, University of Illinois at Chicago

Session 02

PHM for Autonomous Platforms and Control Systems Applications
This session focuses on diagnostics and prognostics for autonomous system applications and control systems. This would include
autonomous system architectures, electronic controls, control systems, and electronic systems for both the item under control and thecontrolling system. Methods for autonomous decision making, fault detection, rate of progression, and consequence or mission risk areencouraged. The session also is looking for novel technical approaches to use diagnostic and prognostic information to provide control
input adjustments that can slow or reverse fault progression.

Derek De Vries

derek.devries@ngc.com

Senior Fellow, Nothrop Grumman Propulsion Systems

Wolfgang Fink

wfink@arizona.edu

Associate Professor, University of Arizona

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Session 03

PHM System Design Attributes, Architectures, and Assessments
Design of complex systems, such as aircraft and space vehicles, requires complex trade-offs among requirements related to performance,
safety, reliability, and life cycle cost. The development of effective architectures and implementation strategies are extremely important.
This session will focus on the application of methods such as testability, diagnosability, embedding sensors, prognostics, remaining usefullife estimates used to design complex aerospace systems, and architectures to design, enable, and implement complex aerospace systems.
We invite papers discussing new methodologies, lessons learned in application of health management methods in system design, andoperational experience with health management capabilities embedded into systems early in the design process.

Andrew Hess

andrew_hess@comcast.net

President, The Hess PHM Group, Inc.

Derek De Vries

derek.devries@ngc.com

Senior Fellow, Nothrop Grumman Propulsion Systems

Session 04

Non-Destructive Testing and Sensor Technologies for PHM Applications
This session is designed to bring together researchers and engineers developing sensors applicable to SHM and IVHM. Papers are invitedon MEMS, MOEMS, nanotechnology, BIOS, quantum dots, chemical sensors, optical sensors, and imaging sensors that can be integrated
with nondestructive testing applications for structural health monitoring and diagnostics. Description of novel and disruptive sensor
technologies is solicited.

Morteza Safai

morteza.safai@boeing.com

Sensors Engineer / Technical Fellow, Boeing Company

David He

davidhe@uic.edu

Professor, University of Illinois at Chicago

Session 05

PHM for Non-Aerospace Applications
This session seeks contributions in non-aerospace but related applications, e.g., automotive industry, trains, marine, oil & gas, etc. Bothprogrammatic and technology presentations are solicited, particularly those focused on capabilities, cost benefits, and lessons learned.

Andrew Hess

andrew_hess@comcast.net

President, The Hess PHM Group, Inc.

David He

davidhe@uic.edu

Professor, University of Illinois at Chicago

Session 06

PHM for Commercial Space Applications
This session seeks papers on diagnostics, prognostics, health management (PHM) and autonomous fault management for satellites, satellite
in-space servicing, and other commercial space applications (e.g., asteroid mining, etc.). Papers are sought in the areas of satellites, launchvehicles, and other new space ventures (e.g., tourism, natural resource exploitation). Papers may address research, actual flight experience,and future planning related to satellite and launch vehicle PHM and fault management.

Wolfgang Fink

wfink@arizona.edu

Associate Professor, University of ArizonaAndrew Hess

andrew_hess@comcast.net

President, The Hess PHM Group, Inc.

Derek De Vries

derek.devries@ngc.com

Senior Fellow, Nothrop Grumman Propulsion Systems

Session 07

PHM for Human Health and PerformanceThis session is an effort to bridge PHM to Space Medicine as part of Integrated System Health Management (ISHM) and healthcare domains
as applied to High Value Human Asset. PHM4HHP is focused on tracking status of very healthy individuals 24/7, as well as ensuring asustained top-level performance required on manned space exploration missions. Papers are sought that show how systems engineeringand MBSE with PHM techniques and methodologies, such as predictive analytics, predictive diagnostics, root cause analysis, virtual sensors,data and information fusion, data mining, and big data analytics with computationally generated biomarkers can serve as a scientific andengineering foundation for building both evidence-based and analytics-based individual health maintenance/support for human assets.
Objectives include developing and demonstrating PHM capabilities for assessing, tracking, predicting, and ultimately improving long-term
individual human health status to ensure mission success.

Alexandre Popovalexandre.popov@mail.mcgill.ca

NASA Emeritus Docent at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center and AIAA Systems Engineering Technical Committee (SETC) Member, McGill
University

Wolfgang Fink

wfink@arizona.edu

Associate Professor, University of Arizona

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PHM and Digital Engineering and Transformation
This session solicits contributions in the areas of PHM applications focused around the recent Digital Twin and Digital Thread paradigm,
Model Based System Engineering, and Enterprise-wide Digital Transformation in aerospace and associated industries. Of particular interest
are solutions, architectures, and technologies that leverage or enhance the use of DTs and MBSE for end-to-end PHM management and thedelivery of enhanced overall situation awareness.

Andrew Hess

andrew_hess@comcast.net

President, The Hess PHM Group, Inc.

Mark Walker

mwalker@eecomputing.com

Director AI, Autonomous Systems, End to End Enterprise Solutions

Session 09

Panel: PHM from a Practitioner’s Perspective – a Potpourri of Capabilities, Issues, Case Studies, and Lessons
LearnedPractitioners in the PHM field are solicited to share their experiences and observations as part of a distinguished panel of experts. A shortpresentation will be required of all participants that describes their focus topic within the PHM and CBM+ domains. This session will covera broad range of research, lessons-learned experiences and application topics covering the challenges and innovative engineering and/or
business approaches associated with the development and implementation of PHM capabilities and CBM+ architectures. The session willfeature presentations by senior leaders in the field and a panel discussion. Panel members from PHM communities, academia, government,
and industry, will focus on strategies that have resolved or will resolve historical issues, and challenges, and provide insight. Interested
parties should contact the session organizers.

Andrew Hess

andrew_hess@comcast.net

President, The Hess PHM Group, Inc.

Derek De Vries

derek.devries@ngc.com

Senior Fellow, Nothrop Grumman Propulsion Systems

Track 12

Session 01

Ground and Space Operations
Mona Witkowski		mona.m.witkowski@jpl.nasa.gov

Michael Machado		
michael.j.machado@nasa.gov

OCO-2 Project Manager, CloudSat Deputy ProjectManager and Gravity Recovery and Climate
Experiment (GRACE) Follow-On Operations Mission
Manager at JPL. Recipient of NASA Exceptional
Service Medal for TOPEX/Poseidon Mission
Assurance and NASA Exceptional Achievement
Medal for Deep Space Network Risk Management.

Nearly 30 years of Mission Operations experience
as either a contractor or civil servant at NASA’s
Goddard Space Flight Center. Formerly theInternational Earth Science Constellation Mission
Operations Manager as well as the Associate
Branch Head for the GSFC Mission Validation andOperations Branch (Code 584).

Orbital, Surface and Payload/Instrument Mission Operations
This session solicits papers which highlight innovative approaches for conducting spacecraft orbital, surface and payload/instrument
mission operations. Responding to in-flight anomalies, mission operations challenges, automation, risk reduction and space debris
collision avoidance are also topics that are encouraged. Additional topics solicited include: challenges to managing single or multi-mission
operations, managing multiple payloads, operating satellite constellations, small satellite operations, team development, staffing, cost
reduction and lessons learned for future missions.

Mona Witkowski

mona.m.witkowski@jpl.nasa.gov

Project Manager / Deputy Project Manager, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Heidi Hallowellheidi.hallowell@baesystems.us

Staff Consultant GNC Engineer, Ball Aerospace

Session 02

Mission Planning, Mission Operations Systems and Ground Architectures
This session focuses on the design, development and implementation of mission operations systems, ground data systems and flightground interfaces. Topics may include: methods and technologies that support all aspects of mission design, development, planning,
testing, and operations. This can include areas related to uplink (e.g., procedures, planning, scheduling, commanding/sequencing),
downlink (e.g., telemetry and data processing and analysis, and response) and strategic planning. We also welcome ideas related to thedesign, integration, and automation of efficient ground systems. Submissions will be evaluated primarily on novelty, technical innovation,and broader impact to the planning and operations communities.

Kedar Naikkedar.naik@baesystems.us

Staff Consultant - AI Technical Lead, BAE Systems, Space & Mission Systems

Rob Langerobert.d.lange@jpl.nasa.gov

Mission System Systems Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

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Session 03

Human Space Flight Development, Processing, and Operations
This session focuses on all aspects of Human Spaceflight development, processing, and operations across all mission phases, including thedevelopment of commercial human spaceflight transportation and destination capabilities in LEO and beyond including the Commercial
Crew and Commercial LEO Development Programs. Research topics include the design, development and operations of manned spacecraft
and extraterrestrial destination hardware and support systems. Operations research focused on human pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flightactivities is also encouraged. Additionally, research dedicated to specific areas such as mission analogs, flight operations including IVA and
EVA, launching, landing, and recovery of crewed spacecraft, and the effects on human beings during all mission types and phases is also
encouraged.

Michael Lee

michael.r.lee@nasa.gov

Deputy Manager, Mission Management & Integration, NASA Kennedy Space Center

William Koenig

william.j.koenig@nasa.gov

Production Operations Lead, NASA Kennedy Space Center

Session 04

Resilient and Cyber Secure Systems for Mission Operations
Cyber secure, resilient space systems are necessary to ensure continuity of operations and operators ability to execute their missions
successfully. This session welcomes novel approaches, tailored to the aerospace domain, for ground systems as well as those spanning
both space and ground segments. Examples of resilient operational technologies and systems include: cryptography, architectures(e.g. Zero Trust Architectures (ZTA)), compute and network infrastructure (e.g. redundant, failover systems), software, root of trust (RoT),
intrusion detection/prevention, vulnerability/red team assessments, approaches to simplify and streamline Risk Management Framework(RMF) implementations, access control and others. We are also interested in applications of advanced technologies like AI-based analytics,
blockchain, active defense, embedded agents, lessons learned in attempted attacks/breaches. Note: if presenting on vulnerabilities,
please follow responsible disclosure practices to ensure operators' abilities to protect their systems.

John Kenworthyjohn.kenworthy2@baesystems.us

Senior Manager Manager, BAE Systems

Session 05

Automation and Machine Learning Applications in Spacecraft Operations
This session invites contributions that are concerned with the applications of machine learning and data science techniques to deal with
the increasing amounts of data being collected in spacecraft operations on flight and/or ground segments. These techniques could be
related to any subsystem of the spacecraft, including telecom, power, thermal, or specific instrument data and that of the ground segments.
Topics ranging from theoretical and conceptual treatment in these areas to specific and operational treatments are solicited. The benefitsof these techniques are very wide in scope from enhancing operator productivity by providing diagnostic tools that detect and explain
causes of anomalous behavior either in real-time or by post-processing, to automating mission operations. These benefits are also crucial
for smaller missions, such as the emerging CubeSats missions, that typically have very lean teams. Some consideration is made for thecomputing platforms required for the algorithms.

Zaid Towfic

zaid.j.towfic@jpl.nasa.gov

Group Supervisor, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Dennis Ogbe

do@ieee.org

Signal Analysis Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Session 06

Robotics, Autonomy and Operations
This sessions addresses the challenges and opportunities of space robotics autonomy and operations. Topics include autonomous systems,
robotics, perception, machine learning, AI and their practical application to space robotics. Papers are solicited that discuss approaches
for operating spacecraft with autonomous capabilities, advances in onboard and ground automation and tools, software and systems
engineering for operability, fault tolerance and recovery, and human-robot interaction for both manned and unmanned missions.
Approaches that address the unique challenges that come with operating robots in space, such as risk, uncertainty, harsh environment,
communication delays, and limited resources are also encouraged, as are analyses of successes and challenges, highlights of latest trends,
technologies, and best practices that can be leveraged to operate robots effectively in space.

Vandi Vermavandi@jpl.nasa.gov

Deputy Manager Mobility and Robotic Systems Section, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Alexandra Holloway
Flight Software Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

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alexandra.holloway@jpl.nasa.gov

Track 13

Session 01

Systems Engineering, Management, and Cost
Jeffery Webster		
jeff.webster@aeroconf.org

Torrey Radcliffe		torrey.o.radcliffe@aero.org

Retired Senior Systems Engineer.
NASA Jet
Propulsion Laboratory: Project Support LeadProject Support Office; Mission Systems Concepts
Section-Mars Trace Gas Orbiter; Project Planner &Systems Engineering; Associate Engineer, Mission &Systems Concepts Section. Publications and awards
available upon request.

Associate Director, Space Architecture Department,
The Aerospace Corporation. Background in
preliminary spacecraft design, space architecturedevelopment and portfolio analysis of manned
and unmanned systems. S.B., S.M. and Ph.D. in
Aeronautics and Astronautics from MIT.

Systems Architecture, Engineering and System of Systems
This session is dedicated to papers dealing with the fundamental challenges associated with architecting and high level systems engineeringof large-scale systems and systems-of-systems, including development and application of tools and techniques that support botharchitecting and system engineering processes (e.g., Architecture Descriptions, Model Based Systems Engineering, Architecture Decision
Support), maintaining the integrity of “the architecture” across the project lifecycle, and discussions of successful (and not so successful)architecting and systems engineering endeavors with an emphasis on the lessons learned.

Lisa Maylisa.may@aeroconf.org

NextGen Strategy & BD Sr Manager, Lockheed Martin Space

Daniel Selva

dselva@tamu.edu

Associate Professor, Texas A&M University

Dean Bucher

dean.a.bucher@aero.org

Principal Director, The Aerospace Corporation

Session 02

Management and Risk Tools, Methods and Processes
This session addresses tools, methods, and processes for managing aerospace system development programs/projects, mission operations,
technology development programs, systems engineering organizations, and artificial intelligence (AI)/machine learning (ML) programs/
projects related to the aerospace domain. Topics include analyzing risks; managing all life cycle phases of programs/projects; using
project-level management disciplines including project management, systems engineering, scheduling, safety and mission assurance,and configuration management; and improving training and capability retention (passing expertise between generations of systems
engineers); and managing aerospace technology development programs. Applications include commercial, military and civil space systems,
and commercial and military aircraft systems. This session also covers the topic of risk management in aerospace endeavors including
new insights from the successful application of risk management, lessons learned when risk management did not prevent realization ofconsequences, and managing new risks associated with AI/ML.

Jeremiah Finnigan

jeremiah.finnigan@jhuapl.edu

Senior Professional Staff, Johns Hopkins University/Applied Physics Laboratory

Joshua Calkins

jjcalkins@ebad.com

Systems Engineering Manager, Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense (EBAD)

Session 03

Cost and Schedule Tools, Methods, and Processes
This session addresses cost and schedule analysis tools, methods, processes, and results including design trades for design concepts andtechnologies throughout a project's life cycle. Topics addressed include cost or schedule model development, regression analysis andother tools, historical studies addressing trends, databases, government policies, industry training, mission cost analysis, operations andsupporting/infrastructure cost, mission portfolio analysis, case histories, lessons learned, process control, and economic and affordability
analysis that assesses program/project viability.

Stephen Shinn

stephen.a.shinn@nasa.gov

NASA Deputy Chief Financial Officer, NASA Headquarters

Eric Mahreric.m.mahr@aero.org

Senior Project Leader, The Aerospace Corporation

Session 04

Advances in Conceptual Design Methods and Applications
This session is dedicated to the discussion of the current state of practice and future advances in conceptual design methods and applications.
The goal is to foster the application of Digital Engineering (DE) in conceptual design, concurrent engineering, and collaborative engineering
practices across the lifecycle, including advances in team-based systems engineering methods and novel applications of concept design
methods. Example topics include MBSE applications, optimization techniques, results visualization, digital twin integration, and trade space
exploration.

Rob Stevensrobert.e.stevens@aero.org

Director of Model Based Systems Engineering Office, Aerospace Corporation

Alfred Nash

alfred.e.nash@jpl.nasa.gov

Lead, A-Team, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

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Session 05

System Simulation and Verification
This session addresses the design, implementation, and use of system-level simulations to measure or verify the performance and utility ofspace, ground, and related systems.

Virgil Adumitroaie

virgila@jpl.nasa.gov

Data Scientist, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Gregory Falco

gfalco@cornell.edu

Assistant Professor, Cornell University

Session 06

System Verification & Validation and Integration & Test
This session focuses on the Verification & Validation and Integration & Test processes and case studies for Projects/Flight/Sub systems, andsystems of systems.

Benjamin Solishbsolish@jpl.nasa.gov

Systems Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Sarah Bucior

sarah.bucior@jhuapl.edu

Systems Engineer, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory

Session 07

Strategic Technology Planning, Management & Infusion
This session addresses strategic planning, research, development, and infusion of innovative technology to meet the future needs of civil
space, commercial space, and national security space users. It includes technology strategy and roadmaps, technology maturation, andmission infusion to overcome the valley of death. This session also focuses on opportunities as well as legal and operational challenges
as associated with partnerships, technology transfer, commercialization, and recent developments in aerospace startup accelerators for
public and private sectors.

Theodore Bujewski

tbujewski@yahoo.com

Director, Science and Technology Integration, US Space Force, Department of Defense

Andrea Belz

abelz@usc.edu

Vice Dean, Transformative Initiatives, University of Southern California

Charles Player

charles.j.player@aero.org

Principal Director, Innovation Laboratory, The Aerospace Corporation

Session 08

Promote (and Provoke!) Cultural Change"Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast!"*Culture is a byproduct of habits, and this session explores how to create habits, environments, andnutrients that help great things grow. (*Peter Drucker, noted management consultant, educator, and author).

David Scott2davescott@gmail.com

NASA Retiree

John Ryskowski

jfryskowski@yahoo.com

President, JFR Consulting

Track 14

Government Plans, Policies and Education
Richard Mattingly		

rlmattingly@aeroconf.org

Member of the Mars Program Formulation Office at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in charge of numerous architectural
studies on Mars Sample Return starting in the early 2000’s, currently Chief Engineer for it's Sample Receiving Facility. Managed
systems engineering groups for JPL's projects implemented in partnership with industry, and instrument and payload
development. Previously involved in the formulation and development of many of JPL’s planetary and Earth-orbiting spacecraft
and payloads since the 1970’s.

Session 01

PANEL: Technology Development for Science-Driven Missions
Planning for and developing technology is an ongoing process for Planetary Science Missions. The science community and associatedtechnologists are key stakeholders in that process. This panel focuses on a topic of interest each year.

Lorraine Fesq

lorraine.m.fesq@jpl.nasa.gov

Chief Technologist, Mission Systems and Operations Division, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

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PANEL: Emerging Technologies for Mars Exploration
This panel will discuss the unique technology needs and recent progress for future Mars exploration, including those for robotics explorers
as well as groundbreaking technologies for future human missions. Panelists will highlight a variety of emerging technologies that canenable these future pathways for Mars exploration.

Larry Matthies

lhm@jpl.nasa.gov

Technology Coordinator, Mars Exploration Program, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Session 03

PANEL: Access To Space and Emerging Mission Capabilities
The high cost of launch continues to be a roadblock to space missions large and small. The development of adapters (ESPA, PPOD, e.g.),
the development of new launch vehicles, the acceptance of risk for accommodating secondary or auxiliary payloads, and the explosion of
cubesat and smallsat capability have led to some creative approaches to space missions. This panel is meant to showcase how our spacecolleagues are leveraging these emerging capabilities.

Kara O'Donnell

kara.a.odonnell@aero.org

Principal Director, Aerospace Corporation

Nicole Fondse

nicole.fondse@aero.org

Systems Director, Aerospace Corporation

Session 04

PANEL: Progress and Plans for the Deep Space Human Exploration Architecture
NASA has been charged with leading a sustainable program of exploration with commercial and international partners to enable human
expansion beyond low-Earth orbit (LEO). Realizing this vision requires advancement of key capabilities and an implementation approachthat pulls from the best NASA and the global industry can offer. NASA’s human exploration activities are driving the development of highpriority technologies and capabilities using a combination of unique in-house activities and public-private partnerships to develop andtest prototype systems that will form the basis for future human spaceflight missions. This panel will discuss the current plans and statusof the NASA exploration programs implementing the deep space architecture including progress toward the first flights of SLS and Orion,
development of the Gateway, Human Landing System, and plans for lunar and Mars exploration capabilities.

Stephen Creech

steve.creech@nasa.gov

Assistant Deputy Associate Administrator (Technical) Moon to Mars Program ESDMD, NASA Headquarters

Session 05

PANEL : Mars Exploration Science: Mars Sample Return and Beyond
The panel will present the science of the Mars Exploration Program, which will include the latest discoveries from ongoing missions suchas MRO, Curiosity, TGO, and the most recent explorer, InSight. Panel discussion will address questions driving future missions. What do
we hope to learn from the next mission, the Mars 2020 Rover, and the samples cached for return to Earth? What is the potential for future
missions and the discoveries they could make?

Mitch Schulte

mitchell.d.schulte@nasa.gov

Program Scientist, NASA Headquarters

Session 06

PANEL: NASA’s Earth System Observatory Overview
NASA’s Earth System Observatory (ESO) is an array of Earth-focused, interconnected satellite missions focused on five study areas: Surface
Biology and Geology, Mass Change, Aerosols, Surface Deformation and Change, and Clouds, Convection, and Precipitation. The data
gathered from the ESO missions will provide actionable science to inform decisions related to climate change, disaster mitigation, wildfires,and improve real-time agricultural processes, among many other applications. Targeting launch dates in the late 2020s and early 2030s,
each satellite in the ESO will deliver its own valued information, but by working as a single observatory, the data and imagery taken
together will provide the global community with a 4D, holistic view of Earth, from bedrock to atmosphere. This panel will provide an
overview of the ESO; an update on the ESO missions currently in formulation; and how NASA and its partners will make ESO data accessible
to users all over the world.

Carla Procaccino

carla.t.procaccino@nasa.gov

Program Executive, NASA Headquarters

Session 07

PANEL: Mars Exploration Program Future Plan
Over the past two decades NASA and the Mars Exploration Program (MEP) have been making progressive steps to better understand theplanet and to search for past and present life at Mars. The Mars Exploration Program is now at an inflection point at which it must adapt
to the changing space business environment (i.e., broadening international participation and expanding commercial interest/capability),
address critical/aging infrastructure, and prepare for a human presence at Mars. Mars continues to pose key questions that call for acoordinated program of scientific exploration: Explore the Potential for Martian Life, Support Human Exploration of Mars, and Discover
Dynamic Mars. Emerging capabilities enable a new era of competitive missions, strengthened infrastructure, transportation opportunities,
advanced technologies, and inclusive exploration. This presentation will outline co-equal program science themes, the initiatives for the
future of the MEP, and the aspirational timeline for robotic exploration at Mars from present through 2043.

Tiffany Morgan

tiffany.m.morgan@nasa.gov

Mars Exploration Program, Deputy Director, NASA Headquarters

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Session 08

NASA’s Future Plans in LEO
In this discussion, panelists will update NASA’s progress and plans for International Space Station operations through 2030 and transitionof activities to commercial LEO destinations. The panelists will discuss policy, strategies, and activities for continued presence in LEO,
including discussion of the anticipated NASA LEO Microgravity Strategy.

Robyn Gatens

robyn.gatens@nasa.gov

Director, ISS, NASA Headquarters

Session 09

Commercial Services for Space Exploration
In recent decades, U.S. space companies have developed business models to enable commercial transportation services for space
exploration. One notable example is the Launch Services Program (LSP), where entities compete for NASA's launch task orders. LSP
missions adhere to NASA's standards, facilitating programs like the Commercial Crew Launch Program for low Earth orbit (LEO). Beyond
LEO, the Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) initiative allows companies to compete for orders to transport NASA payloads to cislunar space. The goal is for NASA to be a primary, but not exclusive, client for cis-lunar payloads, boosting robotic missions, scientificoutput, and reducing costs. These savings may enable non-NASA payloads from academia, private sectors, and other agencies, fostering
a commercial ecosystem. Discussions will explore commercial service models, draw insights from past programs, and assess ongoing
initiatives' commercial viability, including predictions for potential services at Mars and on other deep space exploration programs

Greg Chavers

greg.chavers@nasa.gov

Strategic Architect and Integration Manager, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center

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Yellowstone Conference Center
Big Sky, Montana March 3 - 4, 2025
Junior Conference Submission Deadlines

Junior Abstract Deadline: January 14, 2025
Junior Presentation Deadline: February 11, 2025
Who may participate
Any student, 1st through 12th grade, who is registered at
the conference as an official guest of a primary registrant,
is eligible to present a paper as a Junior Engineering &Science Speaker.

Number of participants
To provide sufficient time for each presentation, thenumber of participants will be limited to 25. Preference
will be given to the earliest submissions.

Topics
Topics with direct or tangential relationship to science,engineering, or mathematics are encouraged.

Student’s Research
The presentation should describe one of the following:
1. An original idea accompanied by supportive reasoning and data
2. An experiment, invention or field work
3. A review summarizing a topic of interest.

How to Submit Your Presentation
1. Write a short abstract describing your topic.

2. Have your parent or guardian who is registered for the
conference register you as a junior engineer, complete a
release form, and submit your abstract to Session 15.01(Junior Conference) on the conference website, www.
aeroconf.org (select Session 15.01 Junior Engineering
Conference). Registration opens on November 30, andspaces fill quickly. You will receive an email confirmationof acceptance.
3. Prepare a 5–10 slide PowerPoint presentation of yourwork. The title slide should include your name, age,
grade, special interests, and (if you choose) a photo ofyourself. You may have help from an adult, but thepresentation should be primarily your own work.
4. Once your abstract is confirmed, submit yourPowerPoint presentation to the conference website
as soon as possible. The presentation deadline is
Tuesday, February 11, 2025. No late presentations
will be included in the conference.
5. Prior to the conference all Junior Engineering &Science presentations will be loaded onto a single
laptop. You will have an opportunity to practice before
giving your presentation.
6. After the last presentation, all participants will receive
an electronic copy of the Junior Engineering & Science
Conference Proceedings.

Please check the Junior Conference webpage for additional information: https://aeroconf.org/junior-engineering2025 Junior Engineering & Science Conference Contacts

Co-Chair Rich Terrile 		
Co-Chair Christine Terrile 		E-mail rich.terrile@jpl.nasa.gov
E-mail christine@aeroconf.org

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2025 IEEE Aerospace Conference
Kendra Cook, Conference Chair
IEEE Aerospace Conference Office
P.O. Box 3105, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Yellowstone Conference Center
Big Sky, Montana • March 7 - 14, 2026

Looking ahead, mark your calendars now for the2026 IEEE
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