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Rohan Sood

Rohan Sood

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Director, Astrodynamics and Space Research Laboratory (PhD: Astrodynamics and Space Applications, Purdue University)

  • Education

    • Purdue University

      2013 - 2016
      Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Astrodynamics and Space Applications 3.83/4.0

      Dissertation: Significance of Specific Force Models in Two Applications: Solar Sails to Sun-Earth L4/L5 and GRAIL Data Analysis Suggesting Lava Tubes and Buried Craters on the Moon

    • Purdue University

      2009 - 2012
      Master’s Degree Astrodynamics and Space Applications 3.71/4.0

      Thesis: Solar Sail Applications for Mission Design in Sun-Planet Systems from the Perspective of the Circular Restricted Three-Body Problem

    • Institut national des Sciences appliquées de Toulouse

      2007 - 2007
      Semester Abroad Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering

    • University at Buffalo

      2005 - 2009
      Bachelor’s Degree Aerospace Engineering and Mechanical Engineering 3.93/4.0

      Activities and Societies: Tau Beta Pi 1. Investigate attitude motion of the Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe (WMAP) spacecraft and its scan pattern of the universe.2. Dynamic model of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) ‘Draganflyer’ built to study and analyze the behavior of quad-rotor UAVs.3. Microgravity proposal to NASA demonstrating thermal expansion effects on the rotational dynamics of a simple tether system in microgravity environment.

    • Bishop Cotton School - India

      1993 - 2004

  • Experience

    • University at Buffalo (UB)

      Aug 2005 - Dec 2008
      Student Assistant

      Familiarize students with useful engineering computer tools and their applications for the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences.

    • Ecole Nationale de l'Aviation Civile

      Sept 2007 - Dec 2007
      Internship

      Developed model trajectories for stable control of UAVs.

    • UTT - Université de technologie de Troyes

      May 2009 - Jul 2009
      International Program Coordinator

      Assisted international office and professor coordinate activities, trips and academic course. Representing The State University of New York (SUNY) at Buffalo.

    • Purdue University

      Aug 2009 - Dec 2016

      GRAIL Data Analysis: Investigate lunar gravity data from NASA's GRAIL mission to detect subsurface empty lava tubes as potential future human habitats. Detection and characterization of buried craters on the moon. Propose sub-surface radar sounding from lunar orbit to detect candidate lava tube structures. Advanced orbital dynamics and spacecraft trajectory design in a multi-body system with ephemerides. Mission design and analysis. Solar sail trajectory analysis and contribution of solar radiation pressure. Substitute for Professor Howell under her guidance for the following courses: Spacecraft Attitude Dynamics, Dynamics and Vibrations and Orbital Mechanics. Spacecraft modeling and simulation course and projects based on Trick simulation packet and Avizo® visualization. Development of TRICK simulation Toolkit, collaboration between Johnson Space Center and Purdue University. The Toolkit provides an environment to create high fidelity engineering simulations based on the specific requirements of a user, i.e., spacecraft rendezvous, trajectory design. 1. Engineering Honors Program: Creativity and Innovation in Engineering2. Dynamics and Vibrations3. Orbital Mechanics

      • Research Assistant

        Jan 2014 - Dec 2016

      • PHD

        Jan 2013 - Dec 2016

      • Substitute Instructor

        Jan 2010 - May 2015

      • Instructor

        Aug 2012 - May 2013

      • Research Assistant

        Jan 2012 - May 2013

      • Graduate Teaching Assistant

        Aug 2009 - Dec 2011

    • The University of Alabama

      Feb 2017 - now

      Astrodynamics, space exploration and applications.Spacecraft trajectory design,Spacecraft attitude dynamics and control,Center for remote sensing. Astrodynamics, space exploration and applications.Spacecraft trajectory design,Spacecraft attitude dynamics and control,Center for remote sensing.

      • Associate Professor

        Aug 2022 - now

      • Director, Astrodynamics and Space Research Laboratory

        Jul 2017 - now

      • Assistant Professor

        Feb 2017 - Aug 2022

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Private Pilot's License

      Federal Aviation Administration
      Jul 2010

    • Competative Springboard Diver

      USA Diving
      Sept 2013

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Rohan Sood
      Outstanding Ph.D. Mentoring Award The Department of Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics, The University of Alabama Apr 2025
    • Awarded to Rohan Sood
      Faculty Excellence in Graduate Education The College of Engineering, The University of Alabama Apr 2024 This award recognizes a faculty member from the College of Engineering who has exemplified excellence in master's and doctoral education. Through unwavering dedication and rigorous mentorship, the recipient ensures academic success and upholds the highest standards of excellence across all levels of graduate education.
    • Awarded to Rohan Sood
      President’s Faculty Research Award: Emerging Scholar The University of Alabama’s Offices of the President and Vice President for Research and Economic Development Apr 2023 This prestigious award recognizes UA faculty members for outstanding research contributions in their field. Sood’s primary research investigates innovative spacecraft trajectory design to deliver cost-effective solutions for the scientific exploration of space and celestial bodies. As one of this year’s awardees, Sood was selected for his outstanding research productivity and scholarship, including his publication in high-impact journals, highly cited work, presentations at national and… Show more This prestigious award recognizes UA faculty members for outstanding research contributions in their field. Sood’s primary research investigates innovative spacecraft trajectory design to deliver cost-effective solutions for the scientific exploration of space and celestial bodies. As one of this year’s awardees, Sood was selected for his outstanding research productivity and scholarship, including his publication in high-impact journals, highly cited work, presentations at national and international meetings, and grant productivity. Show less
    • Awarded to Rohan Sood
      Estus H. and Vashti L. Magoon Award School of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Purdue University Mar 2011 Awarded for excellence in teaching.
    • Awarded to Rohan Sood
      Gustav and Greta Zimmer Research Scholar Award School of Engineering & Applied Sciences, SUNY Buffalo Mar 2009
    • Awarded to Rohan Sood
      Senior Scholar Award School of Engineering & Applied Sciences, SUNY Buffalo Mar 2009 Awarded for excellence in engineering.
    • Awarded to Rohan Sood
      Gustav and Greta Zimmer Special Project Scholarship Award School of Engineering & Applied Sciences, SUNY Buffalo Mar 2008
    • Awarded to Rohan Sood
      Chuang Family Scholarship School of Engineering & Applied Sciences, SUNY Buffalo Mar 2006 Awarded based on academic merit.
    • Awarded to Rohan Sood
      Gustav and Greta Zimmer Summer Scholar Award School of Engineering & Applied Sciences, SUNY Buffalo Mar 2006

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Assistant Diving Coach

      Issued by The University of Alabama on Sept 2017
      The University of AlabamaAssociated with Rohan Sood

    • Minority Engineering Program -- Instructor

      Issued by Purdue University on Jul 2011
      Purdue UniversityAssociated with Rohan Sood

    • Purdue Space Day -- Volunteer

      Issued by Purdue University on Sept 2010
      Purdue UniversityAssociated with Rohan Sood

    • Purdue Athletics -- Tutor

      Issued by Purdue University on May 2011
      Purdue UniversityAssociated with Rohan Sood