Xiaofeng Wu

Dr. Xiaofeng Wu is a Senior Lecturer in Space Engineering at the University of Sydney's School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering. His research focuses on space systems, robotics, and control engineering with applications in satellite technology, additive manufacturing, and autonomous navigation. He holds a BEng from Northwestern Polytechnical University and a PhD from Loughborough University.

**Education**:

• BEng in Space Engineering, School of Astronautics, Northwestern Polytechnical University (China)
• PhD in VLSI Design for Real-Time Control, Loughborough University (UK)

**Research Interests**: Dr. Wu's work spans space engineering innovations such as satellite attitude control systems, on-orbit 3D printing, and robotic manipulators. He integrates neural networks, Kalman filters, and reinforcement learning to address challenges in space robotics and autonomous navigation. Recent projects include lunar navigation systems and fault-tolerant manufacturing solutions for space environments.

**Grants & Collaborations**: He leads projects funded by NSW Space Research Network (SRN) and SmartSat CRC, focusing on lunar navigation, on-orbit refueling, and satellite communication networks. Collaborates with Reach Robotics on space robotics solutions.

**Teams & Labs**: Member of the Sydney Institute of Agriculture. Involved in the INSPIRE-2 CubeSat project and QB50 initiative. Teaches courses like Spacecraft Design and Instrumentation.