Ye LU, Ph.D.,

EDUCATION

Ph.D. in Aeronautics and Astronautics Engineering, Purdue University, 2019
M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 2015
B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 2013

INTERESTS

Astrodynamics
Space mission design and analysis
Space vehicle dynamics and control
Advanced exploration concepts
Small satellites

RESEARCH

The newly founded Space Systems Laboratory (SSL) in the College of Aeronautics and Engineering at Kent State University is aimed at enabling next-generation spacecraft and space exploration concepts. Major capabilities will include preliminary mission design and analysis, spacecraft dynamics simulation and testing, and small satellite system development and testing. The research at SSL encompasses mission design using aeroassist maneuvers (i.e., aerobraking, aerocapture, and aerogravity-assist), innovative small satellite concept for Earth and interplanetary missions, and advanced concepts for planetary in-situ exploration.

OPPORTUNITIES

Are you interested in research and hands-on experience in SSL? 

If you are a prospective graduate student, please send an email with your CV and transcript. 

If you are a current undergraduate student at Kent State, simply send an email stating your interests or drop by in-person.