معرفی
Prof. Roberto Sabatini is a Professor of Aerospace Engineering at Khalifa University, serving as Chair of the Aerospace Engineering Department and the Aerospace Research Strategy Committee since 2021. He leads the FALCON Program, focusing on sustainable aviation and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), and founded the Aerospace Systems Research Group (ASRG) and Guidance, Navigation and Control Laboratory (GNCLab). Previously, he held leadership roles at RMIT University, including Deputy Director of the Sir Lawrence Wackett Aerospace and Defence Center.
Education: PhD in Aerospace Engineering (Cranfield University), PhD in Space Geodesy (University of Nottingham), MSc in Astronautical Engineering (Sapienza University of Rome), EMBA (Quantic School), alongside certifications as a Flight Test Engineer and Private Pilot.
Research focuses on aerospace systems design, autonomous systems, UAS traffic management, distributed satellite systems, and AI-driven mission planning. His work addresses challenges in multi-domain traffic management, hybrid-electric propulsion, and space cybersecurity. Key projects include the StopRotor UAV, Trusted Autonomous Space Operations (TASO), and GNSS augmentation strategies for urban air mobility.
- Awards: Includes the 2024 Aviation Business Middle East Technology Innovation Award, 2021 Distinguished Leadership Award, and recognition as a top scientist in aerospace engineering.
- Labs/Teams: ASRG, GNCLab, IEEE AESS Avionics Systems Panel (ASP Chair 2021–2024).
- Grants: Secured over $25M in research funding from industry and government partners.
He holds honorary roles at institutions like RMIT and Polytechnic University of Turin, advises the UAE Space Agency, and is an IEEE Distinguished Lecturer. His research bridges theory and application, emphasizing sustainability and safety in aerospace innovations.
