Shicai Shi
Papers
4
Total Citations
19
H-Index
3
About
Shicai Shi is a leading figure in space robotics, with a career dedicated to solving the fundamental challenges of on-orbit manipulation. His research focuses on the dynamics and control of space robotic systems, particularly for capturing and handling non-cooperative targets like defunct satellites. Shi’s major contributions lie in developing intelligent control strategies that minimize disturbances to the spacecraft base—a critical problem for fuel efficiency and mission safety. His most cited work, "Minimum disturbance control based on synchronous and adaptive acceleration planning of dual-arm space robot to capture a rotating target" (2022, 7 citations), introduces a novel controller that mitigates low-frequency chattering caused by sensor noise and time delays, ensuring smoother, more reliable captures. Earlier, his foundational paper on the "Development of Reconfigurable Space Robot Arm" (2006, 5 citations) established a modular architecture for space manipulators, enabling flexible, foldable configurations. More recently, his 2024 study on collision avoidance for a 7-DOF manipulator transferring a captured target demonstrates his ongoing leadership in path planning. With a total of 19 citations across his top works, Shi’s research directly advances the autonomy and safety of future space servicing missions.
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- 2Development of Reconfigurable Space Robot Arm5 citations · 2006
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