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Liguria, Italy

La Spezia, Liguria, Italy

Online Optimal Guidance Using Sequential Convex ProgrammingMy work at MBDA was conducted in the GNC office and aimed to formulate and implement an online guidance optimization algorithm. The advantage of online guidance lies in its ability to recurrently generate optimal trajectory during flight as the mission environment evolves and more precise target information becomes available. These trajectories are required to be dynamically feasible, adhere to path and terminal constraints, and be generated reliably and time efficiently in real-time. Consequently, the autopilot is continually updated with the latest optimal control commands.A Successive Convexification algorithm was adopted to solve trajectory optimization due to its high solution accuracy and computational speed. The algorithm was then implemented within a Model Predictive Control (MPC) framework to demonstrate its online trajectory planning and guidance capability.

Turin, Piedmont, Italy

Co-founder of a startup specializing in Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) remote identification devices to support U-Space services. Led design and production efforts, ensuring compliance with EU and EASA regulations (EU2019/945-947, EU2021/664) and adherence to ASTM and ASD-STAN standards. Conducted thorough UAS market analysis to inform strategic decisions. Drafted the Business Plan and executive summary report, and was involved in crafting the economic-financial plan, with the aim of presenting it to investors and participating in start-up contests and funding opportunities. Collaborated with regulatory bodies like D-Flight and ENAC. Received crucial support from I3P incubator for startup development and growth within the industry.

Turin, Piedmont, Italy

I was a member of the Executive Area of a sailing team involved in the design and construction of racing sailboats. Responsibilities included SolidWorks modeling of sailboats, design and fabrication of mechanical components, and overseeing composite material lamination processes in the shipyard. Ensured thorough verification and validation of project requirements to uphold quality and optimal performance.

Master'S Degree, Aerospace & Astronautical Engineering

Elective Courses: - Helicopter Flight Mechanics - Dynamics and Control of Spacecraft - Endoreactors Group Projects: - Created a 6DoF.

Bachelor'S Degree, Aerospace Engineering