👋 I am an aspiring researcher in the field of Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) with a strong interest in space technology and its applications. Currently, I am a Ph.D. student at the Department of Astronautical, Energy and Environmental Engineering, Sapienza University of Rome, funded by AVIO S.p.A.
🚀 My research focuses on optimal and nonlinear control strategies for spacecraft guidance, navigation, and control, with anticipated applications in in-orbit servicing technologies within LEO and Lunar regimes.
💻 Previously, I have worked on projects involving rapid prototyping, real-time (software-based) simulation, and software development. Prior to my Ph.D. journey, I worked under Prof. Mauro Da Lio
at the University of Trento, where I contributed to the Green CoDriver Project
. My role focused on system integration, validation, and testing in the driving simulator environment.
📚 I strive to maintain a balance between mathematical rigor and engineering applicability, and I deeply value collaboration and open discussion — exchanging perspectives with colleagues is essential to building a constructive and effective research environment.
Let’s Connect 🤝
I am always open to discussing research ideas or potential collaborations in the areas of space dynamics, control, and simulation.
🌐 Website: shakthibalas.com
💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vishnuvardhan-shakthibala
💻 GitHub: github.com/Vishnu213
📧 Email: vishnuvardhan.shakthibala@uniroma1.it