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Prof. Marcello Romano specializes in astrodynamics with a primary focus on rotational orbital maneuvering of artificial satellites, autonomous guidance, and control. His work extends to the engineering of advanced space systems for missions, orbital robotics, in-space servicing, assembly, and debris removal. Prof. Romano's broader research interests include entrepreneurial innovation, technology transfer, and space-enabled sustainability. He employs a research philosophy that integrates theoretical investigation, simulation, laboratory experimentation, and flight testing. He earned his doctorate in aerospace engineering from Politecnico di Milano in 2001 and became a U.S. National Research Council postdoctoral fellow. Prof. Romano has served as a tenure-track professor and founding director of the Spacecraft Robotics Lab at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California. He has held visiting professorships at TUM, NASA Ames, and Stanford University. In January 2025, he is set to be appointed as a Chair Professor at TUM and is a full member of the International Academy of Astronautics and an Associate Fellow of the AIAA.
Technische Universität München • Munich, Germany
Lead the Department of Aerospace Engineering and oversee research and academic programs.
Spacecraft Robotics Lab, Naval Postgraduate School • Monterey, California, USA
Founded and directed the lab focused on robotics applications in space.