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David Canales Garcia is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU), located in Daytona Beach, Florida. He serves as ERAU's representative to the Universities Space Research Association (USRA) and is actively involved in the AIAA Astrodynamics and Space Systems Technical Committees. His academic journey includes B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in Aerospace Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (Spain), a second M.Sc. in Astrophysics, Particle Physics, and Cosmology from the University of Barcelona, and a Ph.D. in Astrodynamics and Space Applications from Purdue University under Dr. Kathleen C. Howell.
Dr. Canales' research expertise spans astrodynamics in multi-body systems, Cislunar surveillance, orbit determination, and space applications such as telecommunications and mission planning. His work integrates advanced mathematical methods with practical challenges in space exploration, including trajectory optimization, lunar surface utilization, and space debris modeling. He teaches courses on spacecraft attitude dynamics, orbital mechanics, and computational astrodynamics.
Recent research outputs highlight innovations in low-energy trajectory design for Near-Earth Objects, LiDAR-based precision landing systems, and open-source tools for Cislunar debris propagation. His interdisciplinary approach bridges astrodynamics with emerging technologies like neural networks and augmented reality for trajectory visualization.
- Education:
- Ph.D., Aeronautics and Astronautics, Purdue University (USA)
- M.Sc., Aeronautical Engineering, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (Spain)
- M.Sc., Astrophysics, Particle Physics and Cosmology, Universitat de Barcelona (Spain)
- B.Sc., Aeronautical Engineering, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (Spain)
- Professional Affiliations:
- Member, AIAA Astrodynamics Technical Committee
- Member, AIAA Space Systems Technical Committee
His courses emphasize cutting-edge topics such as computational astrodynamics and orbital mechanics, reflecting his commitment to advancing space engineering education and research.
