Amal Chandran
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Amal Chandran is a rising innovator in space systems engineering, specializing in CubeSat technologies and orbital debris mitigation. His most cited work, "CubeSats for space debris removal from LEO: Prototype design of a robotic arm-based deorbiter CubeSat" (2024), with 10 citations, introduces a compact, cost-effective solution for deorbiting defunct satellites using a robotic arm integrated into a CubeSat platform. This contribution addresses a critical challenge in low Earth orbit sustainability, demonstrating how small satellites can perform active debris removal—a field traditionally dominated by larger spacecraft. Chandran’s research bridges mechanical design, autonomous robotics, and orbital mechanics, offering a scalable prototype that could reduce collision risks and preserve orbital environments for future missions. His work has quickly gained attention among space agencies and academic groups focused on space traffic management. As an emerging scholar, Chandran is shaping the next generation of debris remediation technologies, making space safer and more accessible for commercial and scientific endeavors.
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