Dr. Fred Hadaegh

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Biography

Fred Hadaegh is a Research Professor in the Department of Aerospace at the California Institute of Technology. He earned his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees from the University of Texas at Austin in 1975 and 1976 respectively, followed by a Doctorate from the University of Southern California in 1984. His current research focuses on improving safety protocols for autonomous vehicles, utilizing innovative approaches to enhance the reliability of their operations. Throughout his career, Hadaegh has contributed significantly to aerospace engineering, particularly in the realms of autonomous systems and safety mechanisms. He continues to publish research aimed at advancing the field and mentoring the next generation of engineers. Hadaegh has been affiliated with Caltech since 2023.

Research Interests

Requirements for California Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong background in mathematics and physical sciences
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