Rounak Mukhopadhyay

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Rounak Mukhopadhyay is a researcher in aerospace engineering, specializing in deployable space structures and in-space assembly technologies. His work focuses on the packaging and deployment of modular truss systems for large-aperture telescopes, a critical area for next-generation space observatories. His most cited paper, "TriTruss Packaging and Deployment Trade Study" (2020, 9 citations), evaluates concepts of operation for innovative TriTruss modules designed to assemble In-Space Assembled Telescopes (iSAT). This foundational study, part of a larger ongoing mission, addresses the engineering challenges of compactly packaging and reliably deploying modular structures in orbit—enabling telescopes far larger than current launch fairings allow. Mukhopadhyay’s contributions help bridge the gap between conceptual design and practical implementation for future space-based observatories. His work is particularly relevant to students and researchers interested in deployable mechanisms, modular space architectures, and the engineering trade-offs that drive mission success. With a focus on real-world feasibility, his research supports the development of scalable, cost-effective solutions for the next generation of astronomical instruments.