Behrad Vatankhahghadim

Behrad Vatankhahghadim is a Visiting Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid. His research spans multiple disciplines, including Aeronautics, Astronomy, Mechanical Engineering, and Physics, with a focus on spacecraft dynamics, magnetic attitude control, and electrodynamic tether systems.

• Research Focus: Spacecraft formation flight, deployment dynamics, and space debris mitigation using Lorentz forces and electrodynamic tethers.
• Projects: Researcher on E.T.COMPACT (2024–2027) and E.T.PACK-F (2022–2025), both funded by the European Commission Research Executive Agency.

His recent publications (2016–2025) emphasize nonlinear deployment mechanics, hybrid control systems, and innovative solutions for space sustainability. Key subfields include solar sail stability, flexible multibody dynamics, and orbital energy harvesting. No formal scientific awards or student advising details are provided in the available data.