Manuel Sanjurjo Rivo

Manuel Sanjurjo Rivo is an Associate Professor in the Aerospace Engineering Department at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, affiliated with the Gregorio Millán Barbany University Institute. His work focuses on space debris mitigation, orbital mechanics, and autonomous navigation systems.

• Research Areas: Collision probability estimation, low-thrust trajectory optimization, space situational awareness, autonomous GNC systems, machine learning for space applications

Recent Publications highlight advancements in collision risk quantification, deep learning navigation, and multi-objective space mission design. Projects include monitoring orbital debris, optimal propulsion strategies, and AI-driven hazard avoidance.

• Key Collaborations: European Space Agency (ESA), GMV Aerospace, SENER, Boeing

He supervises theses on topics like space maneuver detection, micro-propulsion systems, and space catalog maintenance. Contact: msanjurj@ing.uc3m.es