2021
D. Arnas, R. Linares, “Approximate Analytical Solution to the Zonal Harmonics Problem Using Koopman Operator Theory,”Journal of Guidance Control and Dynamics 44:11 (2021): 1909-1923.
N. B. Lafarge, D. Miller, K. C. Howell, R. Linares, “Autonomous closed-loop guidance using reinforcement learning in a low-thrust, multi-body dynamical environment,”Acta Astronautica 186 (2021): 1-23.
K. Albee, C. Oestreich, C. Specht, A. Terán Espinoza, J. Todd, I. Hokaj, R. Lampariello, R. Linares, “A Robust Observation, Planning, and Control Pipeline for Autonomous Rendezvous with Tumbling Targets,”Frontiers in Robotics and AI 8 (2021).
C. E. Oestreich, R. Linares, R. Gondhalekar, “Autonomous Six-Degree-of-Freedom Spacecraft Docking with Rotating Targets via Reinforcement Learning,”Journal of Aerospace Information Systems 18:7 (2021): 417-428.
D. Arnas, M. Lifson, R. Linares, M. E. Avendaño, “Definition of Low Earth Orbit Slotting Architectures Using 2D Lattice Flower Constellations,”Advances in Space Research 67:11 (2021): 3696-3711.
D. J. Gondelach, R. Linares, “Real-Time Thermospheric Density Estimation via Radar and GPS Tracking Data Assimilation,”Space Weather 19:4 (2021).
M. Avendaño, D. Arnas, R. Linares, M. Lifson, “Efficient search of optimal Flower Constellations,”Acta Astronautica 179 (2021): 290-295.
D. Arnas, R. Linares, “A set of orbital elements to fully represent the zonal harmonics around an oblate celestial body,”Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society 502:3 (2021): 4247-4261.
B. Doerr, R. Linares, “Decentralized Control of Large Collaborative Swarms using Random Finite Set Theory,”IEEE Transactions on Control of Network Systems (2021): 1-1.
D. Newman, R. Bellisle, B. Browder, C. Bullock, A. Ekblaw, M. Lifson, R. Linares, S. Lombardo, G. Lordos, B. Martell, M. Nasr, G. Nguyen, C. O’Neill, C. Paige, A. Porter, J. Reid, T. G. Roberts, M. Sarang, E. Sirieys, J. Todd, D. Wood, L. L. Zhang, H. Zuo, “MIT Space Policy Compendium,” Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2021).
C. Oestreich, A. T. Espinoza, J. Todd, K. Albee, R. Linares, “On-Orbit Inspection of an Unknown, Tumbling Target using NASA’s Astrobee Robotic Free-Flyers,” ID-999, IEEE/CVF Conference on Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition Workshops (2021): 2039-2047.
M. Ekal, K. Albee, B. Coltin, R. Ventura, R. Linares, D. W. Miller, “Online Information-Aware Motion Planning with Inertial Parameter Learning for Robotic Free-Flyers,”IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (2021): 8766-8773.
T. G. Roberts, “Geosynchronous Satellite Maneuver Classification and Orbital Pattern Anomaly Detection via Supervised Machine Learning,” Master’s thesis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2021).
2020
B. Doerr, R. Linares, P. Zhu, S. Ferrari, “Random Finite Set Theory and Centralized Control of Large Collaborative Swarms,”Journal of Guidance Control and Dynamics (2020): 1-17.
B. Gaudet, R. Furfaro, R. Linares, A. Scorsoglio, “Reinforcement Metalearning for Interception of Maneuvering Exoatmospheric Targets with Parasitic Attitude Loop,”Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets (2020): 1-14.
R. Linares, R. Furfaro, V. Reddy, “Space Objects Classification via Light-Curve Measurements Using Deep Convolutional Neural Networks,”The Journal of the Astronautical Sciences 67:3 (2020): 1063-1091.
P. M. Mehta, R. Linares, “Real-Time Thermospheric Density Estimation from Satellite Position Measurements,”Journal of Guidance Control and Dynamics 43:9 (2020): 1656-1670.
B. Gaudet, R. Linares, R. Furfaro, “Six degree-of-freedom body-fixed hovering over unmapped asteroids via LIDAR altimetry and reinforcement meta-learning,”Acta Astronautica 172 (2020): 90-99.
R. Furfaro, R. Barocco, R. Linares, F. Topputo, V. Reddy, J. Simo, L. Le Corre, “Modeling Irregular Small Bodies Gravity Field Via Extreme Learning Machines and Bayesian Optimization,”Advances in Space Research (2020).
R. Furfaro, A. Scorsoglio, R. Linares, M. Massari, “Adaptive generalized ZEM-ZEV feedback guidance for planetary landing via a deep reinforcement learning approach,”Acta Astronautica 171 (2020): 156-171.
B. Gaudet, R. Linares, R. Furfaro, “Terminal adaptive guidance via reinforcement meta-learning: Applications to autonomous asteroid close-proximity operations,”Acta Astronautica 171 (2020): 1-13.
B. Gaudet, R. Furfaro, R. Linares, “Reinforcement learning for angle-only intercept guidance of maneuvering targets,”Aerospace Science and Technology 99 (2020): 105746.
B. Gaudet, R. Linares, R. Furfaro, “Deep reinforcement learning for six degree-of-freedom planetary landing,”Advances in Space Research 65:7 (2020): 1723-1741.
D. J. Gondelach, R. Linares, “Real-Time Thermospheric Density Estimation via Two-Line Element Data Assimilation,”Space Weather 18:2 (2020).
B. Gaudet, R. Linares, and R. Furfaro, “Adaptive Guidance and Integrated Navigation with Reinforcement Meta-Learning,”Acta Astronautica (2020).
B. Gaudet, R. Furfaro, R. Linares, “A Guidance Law for Terminal Phase Exo-Atmospheric Interception Against a Maneuvering Target using Angle-Only Measurements Optimized using Reinforcement Meta-Learning,”AIAA Scitech Forum (2020).
D. J. Gondelach, R. Linares, “Atmospheric Density Uncertainty Quantification for Satellite Conjunction Assessment,”AIAA Scitech Forum (2020).
N. B. Lafarge, D. Miller, K. C. Howell, R. Linares, “Guidance for Closed-Loop Transfers using Reinforcement Learning with Application to Libration Point Orbits,”AIAA Scitech Forum (2020).
A. Scorsoglio, R. Furfaro, R. Linares, B. Gaudet, “Image-based Deep Reinforcement Learning for Autonomous Lunar Landing,”AIAA Scitech Forum (2020).
D. Arnas, M. Lifson, R. Linares, M. Avenda, “Low Earth Orbit Slotting for Space Traffic Management Using Flower Constellation Theory,”AIAA Scitech Forum (2020).
H. Turner, M. Zhang, D. Gondelach, R. Linares, “Machine Learning Algorithms for Improved Thermospheric Density Modeling,”Dynamic Data Driven Applications Systems: International Conference (2020): 143-151.
B. Gaudet, R. Linares, R. Furfaro, “Six Degree-of-Freedom Hovering over an Asteroid with Unknown Environmental Dynamics via Reinforcement Learning,”AIAA Scitech Forum (2020).
B. G. Doerr, R. Linares, R. Furfaro, “Space Objects Maneuvering Prediction via Maximum Causal Entropy Inverse Reinforcement Learning,”AIAA Scitech Forum (2020).
J. A. Reiter, D. B. Spencer, R. Linares, “Spacecraft Stealth Through Orbit-Perturbing Maneuvers Using Reinforcement Learning,”AIAA Scitech Forum (2020).
B. Gaudet, R. Furfaro, and R. Linares, “Reinforcement Learning for Angle-Only Intercept Guidance of Maneuvering Targets,”AIAA SciTech (2020).
B. Gaudet, R. Linares, R. Furfaro, “Six Degree-of-Freedom Hovering using LIDAR Altimetry via Reinforcement Meta-Learning,”AIAA SciTech (2020).
2019
P. M. Mehta, R. Linares, E. K. Sutton, “Data-driven inference of thermosphere composition during solar minimum conditions,”Space Weather 17:9 (2019): 1364-1379.
P. Zhu, S. Ferrari, J. Morelli, R. Linares, B. Doerr, “Scalable Gas Sensing, Mapping, and Path Planning via Decentralized Hilbert Maps,”Sensors 19:7 (2019): 1524.
D. Miller, R. Linares, “Low-Thrust Optimal Control via Reinforcement Learning,” AAS 19-560, AAS/AIAA Space Flight Mechanics Meeting (2019).
P. Mehta, R. Linares, “Data-driven investigation of thermospheric variations,” AAS 19-438, AAS/AIAA Space Flight Mechanics Meeting (2019).
R. Linares, P. Mehta, H. C. Godinez, D. Gondelach, “Koopman Operator Theory for Thermospheric Density Modeling,” AAS 19-502, AAS/AIAA Space Flight Mechanics Meeting (2019).
J. Reiter, D. B. Spencer, “Spacecraft Detection Avoidance Maneuver Optimization Using Reinforcement Learning,” AAS 19-506, AAS/AIAA Space Flight Mechanics Meeting (2019).
L. Schlenker, M. Moretto, D. Gaylor, R. Linares, “Simultaneous Localization and Mapping for Satellite Rendezvous and Proximity Operations Using Random Finite Sets,” AAS 19-282, AAS/AIAA Space Flight Mechanics Meeting (2019).
B. Gaudet, R. Linares, “Adaptive Guidance with Reinforcement Meta Learning,” AAS 19-293, AAS 19-482, AAS 19-506, AAS/AIAA Space Flight Mechanics Meeting (2019).
B. Doerr, R. Linares, P. Zhu, S. Ferrari, “Random Finite Set Theory and Optimal Control of Large Spacecraft Swarms,” AAS 19-482, AAS 19-506, AAS/AIAA Space Flight Mechanics Meeting (2019).
J. D. Larson, B. Doerr, R. Linares, “Autonomous Mission Planning for Swarms Using Random Finite Sets,”International Technical Meeting of The Satellite Division of the Institute of Navigation (2019): 1753-1761.
P. M. Siew, R. Linares, V. L. Bageshwar, “Extended Target Tracking and Shape Estimation via Random Finite Sets,”American Control Conference (2019): 5346-5351.
J. Morelli, P. Zhu, B. Doerr, R. Linares, S. Ferrari, “Integrated Mapping and Path Planning for Very Large-Scale Robotic (VLSR) Systems,”International Conference on Robotics and Automation (2019): 3356-3362.
B. Gaudet, R. Linares, “Adaptive Guidance with Reinforcement Meta-Learning,” arXiv:1901.04473, (2019). Pre-print.
D. Miller, J. A. Englander, R. Linares, “Interplanetary Low-Thrust Design Using Proximal Policy Optimization,” (2019).
A. Scorsoglio, R. Furfaro, R. Linares, M. Massari, “Actor-Critic Reinforcement Learning Approach to Relative Motion Guidance in Near-Rectilinear Orbit,”AAS/AIAA Space Flight Mechanics Meeting (2019): 1-20.
Gaudet, B., Linares, R. and Furfaro, R., “Learning Accurate Extended-Horizon Predictions of High Dimensional Trajectories,” arXiv:1901.03895, (2019). Pre-print.
K. Albee, M. Ekal, R. Ventura, R. Linares, “Combining Parameter Identification and Trajectory Optimization: Real-time Planning for Information Gain,” arXiv:1906.02758, (2019). Pre-print.
R. Furfaro, R. Linares, V. Reddy, “Shape Identification of Space Objects via Light Curve Inversion using Deep Learning Models,”AMOS Technologies Conference (2019).
D. Gondelach, R. Linares, “Real-Time Thermospheric Density Estimation Via Two-Line-Element Data Assimilation,” arXiv:1910.00695, (2019). Pre-print.
2018
B. Gaudet, R. Linares, R. Furfaro,, “Integrated Guidance and Control for Pinpoint Mars Landing using Reinforcement Learning,” AAS-18-290, AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference (2018).
R. Furfaro, I. Bloise, M. Orlandelli, R. Linares, F. Topputo, P. Di Lizia, “Deep Learning for Autonomous Lunar Landing,” AAS-18-363, AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference (2018).
B. Gaudet, R. Linares, R. Furfaro, “Spacecraft Rendezvous in Cluttered Environments via Real-Time Optimal Trajectory Generation,” AAS-18-322, AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference (2018).
P. M. Mehta, R. Linares, “A new transformative framework for data assimilation and calibration of physical ionosphere-thermosphere models,”Space Weather 16:8 (2018): 1086-1100.
R. Linares, J. Raquepas,, “Physically-Constrained Inverse Optimal Control for Satellite Maneuver Detection,” AAS-18-377, AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference (2018).
P. M. Mehta, R. Linares, E. K. Sutton, “A Quasi-Physical Dynamic Reduced Order Model for Thermospheric Mass Density via Hermitian Space-Dynamic Mode Decomposition,”Space Weather 16:5 (2018): 569-588.
P. M. Mehta, R. Linares, A. C. Walker, “Photometric Data from Nonresolved Objects for Improved Drag and Reentry Prediction,”Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets 55:4 (2018): 959-970.
R. D. Coder, M. J. Holzinger, R. Linares, “Three-Degree-of-Freedom Estimation of Agile Space Objects Using Marginalized Particle Filters,”Journal of Guidance Control and Dynamics 41:2 (2018): 388-400.
R. Linares, J. L. Crassidis, “Space-Object Shape Inversion via Adaptive Hamiltonian Markov Chain Monte Carlo,”Journal of Guidance Control and Dynamics 41:1 (2018): 47-58.
L. Schlenker, A. J. Sinclair, R. Linares, “Angles-Only Orbit Determination Using Hamiltonian Monte Carlo,”Space Flight Mechanics Meeting (2018).
B. Doerr, R. Linares, “Control of Large Swarms via Random Finite Set Theory,”American Control Conference (2018).
P. M. Siew, R. Linares, V. Bageshwar, “Simultaneous Localization and Mapping with Moving Object Tracking in 3D Range Data using Probability Hypothesis Density (PHD) Filter,”AIAA Information Systems-AIAA Infotech @ Aerospace (2018).
B. G. Doerr, R. Linares, C. D. Petersen, “Spacecraft Attitude Control using Path Integral Method via Riemann Manifold Hamiltonian Monte Carlo,”Space Flight Mechanics Meeting (2018).
2017
P. M. Mehta, R. Linares, “A methodology for reduced order modeling and calibration of the upper atmosphere: Reduced Order Modeling for Density,”Space Weather 15:10 (2017): 1270-1287.
2016
V. Vittaldev, R. P. Russell, R. Linares, “Spacecraft Uncertainty Propagation Using Gaussian Mixture Models and Polynomial Chaos Expansions,”Journal of Guidance Control and Dynamics 39:12 (2016): 2615-2626.
2014
P. M. Mehta, A. Walker, E. Lawrence, R. Linares, D. Higdon, J. Koller, “Modeling satellite drag coefficients with response surfaces,”Advances in Space Research 54:8 (2014): 1590-1607.
R. Linares, M. K. Jah, J. L. Crassidis, F. A. Leve, T. Kelecy, “Astrometric and photometric data fusion for inactive space object mass and area estimation,”Acta Astronautica 99 (2014): 1-15.
R. Linares, M. K. Jah, J. L. Crassidis, C. K. Nebelecky, “Space Object Shape Characterization and Tracking Using Light Curve and Angles Data,”Journal of Guidance Control and Dynamics 37:1 (2014): 13-25.
C. J. Wetterer, R. Linares, J. L. Crassidis, T. M. Kelecy, M. K. Ziebart, M. K. Jah, P. J. Cefola, “Refining Space Object Radiation Pressure Modeling with Bidirectional Reflectance Distribution Functions,”Journal of Guidance Control and Dynamics 37:1 (2014): 185-196.
J. Koller, S. Brennan, H. Godinez, D. Higdon, M. Jah, T. Kelecy, A. Klimenko, B. Larsen, E. Lawrence, R. Linares, et al., “A Framework for Integrated Modeling of Perturbations in Atmospheres for Conjunction Tracking (IMPACT),”International Conference on Space Operations (2014).
2013
M. P. Whittaker, R. Linares, J. L. Crassidis, “Photometry and Angles Data for Spacecraft Relative Navigation,”AIAA Guidance, Navigation, and Control Conference (2013).
2012
J. Mcgreevy, J. Hinks, R. Linares, J. Crassidis, “Experimental Validation of a Constrained Relative Attitude Determination Approach for Two Vehicle Formations,”AIAA Guidance, Navigation, and Control Conference (2012).
R. Linares, J. Crassidis, “Sigma Point Transformation for Gaussian Mixture Distributions,”AIAA Guidance, Navigation, and Control Conference (2012).
2011
R. Linares, J. L. Crassidis, Y. Cheng, “Constrained Relative Attitude Determination for Two-Vehicle Formations,”Journal of Guidance Control and Dynamics 34:2 (2011): 543-553.
2010
D. Giza, P. Singla, J. Crassidis, R. Linares, P. Cefola, K. Hill, “Entropy-Based Space Object Data Association Using an Adaptive Gaussian Sum Filter,”AIAA/AAS Astrodynamics Specialist Conference (2010).
R. Linares, J. Crassidis, P. Singla, “On-Orbit Gyro Calibration for Operationally Responsive Space Systems,”AIAA/AAS Astrodynamics Specialist Conference (2010).
J. George, R. Linares, “Robust estimator for uncertain stochastic systems,”IEEE Conference on Decision and Control (2010).
R. Linares, J. Crassidis, Y. Cheng, “Sensitivity Analysis for Constrained Relative Attitude Determination Involving Two Vehicle Formations,”AIAA Guidance, Navigation, and Control Conference (2010).
2009
M. S. Andrle, J. L. Crassidis, R. Linares, Y. Cheng, B. Hyun, “Deterministic Relative Attitude Determination of Three-Vehicle Formations,”Journal of Guidance Control and Dynamics 32:4 (2009): 1077-1088.
R. Linares, J. Crassidis, Y. Cheng, “Constrained Relative Attitude Determination for Two Vehicle Formations,”AIAA Guidance, Navigation, and Control Conference (2009).
2008
M. Andrle, B. Hyun, J. Crassidis, R. Linares, “Deterministic Relative Attitude Determination of Formation Flying Spacecraft,”AIAA/AAS Astrodynamics Specialist Conference (2008).
