Publications

Full-Text Links (Accepted Versions) are available for download for most journal papers.

*) Prof. Ho and Ho’s current/former students (thesis or independent study advisees) and Postdocs are in boldface.

Book Chapters

  1. K. Ho, H. Chen, and T. Sarton Du Jonchay, “Chapter 16: Mathematical Methods for Space Mission Planning and Architecture Design,” in The Planning and Execution of Human Missions to the Moon and Mars (edited by M. Poliskie), AIAA, 2023.

Journal Articles

  1. K. Ho, Y. Shimane, and M. Isaji, “Generalizing Space Logistics Network Optimization with Integrated Machine Learning and Mathematical Programming,” AIAA Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets (Accepted). Open Access
  2. K. Ho, “Space Logistics Modeling and Optimization: Review of the State of the Art,” AIAA Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 61, No. 5, pp. 1417-1427, 2024. Open Access
  3. S. Han, B. Jo, and K. Ho, “Terminal Soft Landing Guidance Law using Analytic Gravity Turn Trajectory,” AIAA Journal of Guidance, Control, and Dynamics, Vol. 47, No. 9, pp. 1808-1821, 2024. Full-Text Link
  4. H. Lee, W. Rogers, B. Pearl, H. Chen, and K. Ho, “Deterministic Multi-stage Constellation Reconfiguration Using Integer Linear Programming and Sequential Decision-Making Methods,” AIAA Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets (Accepted).
  5. G. Badura, D. DeBlasio, A. Najera, A. Chavez-Lopez, M. Valez-Reyes, N. Un, Y. Shimane, and K. Ho, “Identifying Cislunar Orbital Families via Machine Learning on Light Curves,” The Journal of Astronautical Science, Vol. 71, 27, 2024.
  6. M. Patel, Y. Shimane, H. Lee, and K. Ho, “Cislunar Satellite Constellation Design Via Integer Linear Programming,” The Journal of Astronautical Science, Vol. 71, 26, 2024.
  7. N. Gollins and K. Ho, “Hierarchical Space Exploration Campaign Schedule Optimization,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 61, No. 5, pp. 1146-1164, 2024. Open Access
  8. Y. Shimane, N. Gollins, and K. Ho, “Orbital Facility Location Problem for Satellite Constellation Servicing Depots,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 61, No. 3, pp. 808-825, 2024. Open Access
  9. B. Jo and K. Ho, “Simultaneous Sizing of a Rocket Family with Embedded Trajectory Optimization,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 61, No. 1, pp. 248-262, 2024. Full-Text Link
  10. A. Maxwell and K. Ho, “Analytical Model for Sparing Policy Analysis and Optimization for Space Habitat Operations,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 61, No. 1, pp. 6-15, 2024. Full-Text Link
  11. H. Lee and K. Ho, “Regional Constellation Reconfiguration Problem: Integer Linear Programming Formulation and Lagrangian Heuristic Method,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 60, No. 6, pp. 1828-1845, 2023. Full-Text Link
  12. L. Visonneau, Y. Shimane, and K. Ho, “Optimizing Multi-Spacecraft Cislunar Space Domain Awareness Systems via Hidden-Genes Genetic Algorithm,” The Journal of Astronautical Sciences, Vol. 70, 22, 2023. (these authors contributed equally to this work.)
  13. B. Hamdan, Z. Liu, K. Ho, E. Buyuktahtakin Toy, and P. Wang, “A Dynamic Multi-Stage Design Framework for Staged Deployment Optimization of Highly Stochastic Systems,” Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization, Vol. 66, 162, 2023. Full-Text Link
  14. K. Tomita, K. Skinner, and K. Ho, “Bayesian Deep Learning for Segmentation for Autonomous Safe Planetary Landing,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 59, No. 6, pp. 1800-1808, 2022. Full-Text Link
  15. M. Isaji, Y. Takubo, and K. Ho, “Multidisciplinary Design Optimization Approach to Integrated Space Mission Planning and Spacecraft Design,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 59, No. 5, pp. 1660-1670, 2022. Full-Text Link
  16. Y. Shimane and K. Ho, “Gravity-Assist Low-Thrust Inter-System Trajectory Design with Manifold Captures,” The Journal of Astronautical Sciences, Vol. 69, pp. 193-217, 2022. Full-Text Link
  17. T. Claudet, K. Tomita, and K. Ho, “Benchmark Analysis of Semantic Segmentation Algorithms for Safe Planetary Landing Site Selection,” IEEE Access, Vol. 10, pp. 41766-41775, 2022. Full-Text Available from the official link (open access).
  18. H. Chen, M. Ornik, and K. Ho, “Space Exploration Architecture and Design Framework for Commercialization,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 59, No. 2, pp. 538-551, 2022. Full-Text Link
  19. Y. Takubo, H. Chen, and K. Ho, “Hierarchical Reinforcement Learning Framework for Stochastic Spaceflight Campaign Design,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 59, No.2, pp. 421-433, 2022. Full-Text Link
  20. T. Sarton du Jonchay, H. Chen, M. Isaji, Y. Shimane, and K. Ho, “On-Orbit Servicing Optimization Framework with High- and Low-Thrust Propulsion Tradeoff,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 59, No. 1, pp. 33-48, 2022. Full-Text Link
  21. A. Maxwell, A. Wilhite, and K. Ho, “Spare Strategy Analysis for Life Support Systems for Human Space Exploration,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 58, No. 5, pp. 1394-1405, 2021. Full-Text Link
  22. H. Chen, B. Gardner, P. Grogan, and K. Ho, “Flexibility Management for Space Logistics via Decision Rules,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 58, No. 5, pp. 1314-1324, 2021. Full-Text Link
  23. T. Sarton du Jonchay, H. Chen, O. Gunasekara, and K. Ho “Framework for Modeling and Optimization of On-Orbit Servicing Operations under Demand Uncertainties,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 58. No. 4, pp. 1157-1173, 2021. Full-Text Link
  24. H. Chen, T. Sarton du Jonchay, L. Hou, and K. Ho, “Multi-Fidelity Space Mission Planning and Infrastructure Design Framework for Space Resource Logistics,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 58 No. 2, pp. 538-551, 2021. Full-Text Link
  25. K. Ho, R. Beeson, K. Tomita, O. Gunasekara, and A. Sinclair, “Analysis of Information-Theoretic Initial Sensor Search Method for Space Situation Awareness,” Journal of Guidance, Control, and Dynamics, Vol. 44, No. 3, pp. 641-645, 2021. Full-Text Link
  26. H. Lee, S. Shimizu, S. Yoshikawa, and K. Ho, “Satellite Constellation Pattern Optimization for Complex Regional Coverage,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 57, No. 6, pp. 1309-1327, 2020. Full-Text Link
  27. A. Golpashin, H. Yeong, K. Ho, and N. Namachchivaya, “Spacecraft Attitude Control: A Consideration of Thrust Uncertainty,” Journal of Guidance, Control, and Dynamics, Vol. 43, No. 12, pp. 2349-2365, 2020. Full-Text Link
  28. K. Ho, H. Wang, P. DeTrempe, T. Sarton du Jonchay, and K. Tomita, “Semi-Analytical Model for Design and Analysis of On-Orbit Servicing Architecture,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 57, No. 6, pp. 1129-1138, 2020. Full-Text Link
  29. T. Sarton du Jonchay, H. Chen, A. Wieger, Z. Szajnfarber, and K. Ho, “Space Architecture Design for Commercial Suitability: A Case Study in In-Situ Resource Utilization Systems,” Acta Astronautica, Vol. 175, pp. 45-50, 2020. Full-Text Link
  30. B. Jagannatha and K. Ho, “Event-Driven Network Model for Space Mission Optimization with High-Thrust and Low-Thrust Spacecraft,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 57, No. 3, pp. 446-463, 2020. Full-Text Link
  31. T. Silva, J. Bouvier, K. Xu, M. Hirabayashi, and K. Ho, “Spacecraft Trajectory Tracking and Parameter Estimation Around a Splitting Contact Binary Asteroid,” Acta Astronautica, Vol. 171, pp. 280-289, 2020. Full-Text Link
  32. H. Chen, T. Sarton du Jonchay, L. Hou, and K. Ho, “Integrated In-Situ Resource Utilization System Design and Logistics for Mars Exploration,” Acta Astronautica, Vol. 170, pp. 80-92, 2020. Full-Text Link
  33. P. Jakob, S. Shimizu, S. Yoshikawa, and K. Ho, “Optimal Satellite Constellation Spare Strategy Using Multi-Echelon Inventory Control,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 56, No. 5, pp. 1449-1461, 2019. Full-Text Link
  34. D. Kornuta, A. Abbud-Madrid, J. Atkinson, G. Barnhard, J. Barr, D. Bienhoff, B. Blair, V. Clark, J. Cyrus, B. DeWitt, C. Dreyer, B. Finger, J. Goff, K. Ho, L. Kelsey, J. Keravala, B. Kutter, P. Metzger, L. Montgomery, P. Morrison, C. Neal, E. Otto, G. Roesler, J. Schier, B. Seifert, G. Sowers, P. Spudis, M. Sundahl, K. Zacny, G. Zhu, “Commercial Lunar Propellant Architecture: A Collaborative Study of Lunar Propellant Production,” REACH – Reviews in Human Space Exploration, Vol. 13, 100026, 2019. Full-Text Link
  35. H. Chen, H. Lee, and K. Ho, “Space Transportation System and Mission Planning for Regular Interplanetary Missions,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 56, No. 1, pp. 12-20, 2019. Full-Text Link
  36. B. Jagannatha, J. Bouvier, and K. Ho, “Preliminary Design of Low-Energy Low-Thrust Transfers to Halo Orbits using Feedback Control,” Journal of Guidance, Control, and Dynamics, Vol. 42, No. 2, pp. 260-271, 2019. Full-Text Link
  37. Z. Chen, H. Chen, and K. Ho, “Analytical Optimization Methods for Space Logistics,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 55, No. 6, pp. 1582-1586, 2018. Full-Text Link
  38. P. Sears and K. Ho, “Impact Evaluation of In-Space Additive Manufacturing and Recycling Technologies for On-Orbit Servicing,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 55, No. 6, pp. 1498-1508, 2018. Full-Text Link
  39. H. Lee, P. Jakob, K. Ho, S. Shimizu, and S. Yoshikawa, “Optimization of Satellite Constellation Deployment Strategy Considering Uncertain Areas of Interest,” Acta Astronautica, Vol. 153, pp. 213-228, 2018. Full-Text Link
  40. B. Jagannatha and K. Ho, “Optimization of In-Space Supply Chain Design Using High-Thrust and Low-Thrust Propulsion Technologies,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 55, No. 3, pp. 648-659, 2018. Full-Text Link
  41. H. Chen and K. Ho, “Integrated Space Logistics Mission Planning and Spacecraft Design with Mixed-Integer Nonlinear Programming,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 55, No. 2, pp. 365-381, 2018. Full-Text Link
  42. D. Conte, M. Di Carlo, K. Ho, D. Spencer, and M. Vasile, “Earth-Mars Transfers through Moon Distant Retrograde Orbits,” Acta Astronautica, Vol. 143, pp. 372–379, 2018. Full-Text Link
  43. P. Grogan, K. Ho, A. Golkar, and O. de Weck, “Multi-Actor Value Modeling for Federated Systems,” IEEE Systems Journal, Vol. 12, No. 2, pp. 1193-1202, 2018.
  44. T. Sarton du Jonchay and K. Ho, “Quantification of the Responsiveness of On-Orbit Servicing Infrastructure for Modularized Earth-Orbiting Platforms,” Acta Astronautica, Vol. 132, pp. 192-203, 2017. Full-Text Link
  45. K. Ho, O. de Weck, J. Hoffman, and R. Shishko, “Campaign-Level Dynamic Network Modelling for Spaceflight Logistics for the Flexible Path Concept,” Acta Astronautica, Vol. 123, pp. 51-61, 2016. Full-Text Link
  46. S. Do, A. Owens, K. Ho, S. Schreiner, and O. de Weck, “An Independent Assessment of the Technical Feasibility of the Mars One Mission Plan – Updated Analysis,” Acta Astronautica, Vol. 120, pp. 192-228, 2016. Full-Text Link
  47. K. Ho, O. de Weck, J. Hoffman, and R. Shishko, “Dynamic Modeling and Optimization for Space Logistics Using Time-Expanded Networks,” Acta Astronautica, Vol. 105, No. 2, pp. 428-443, 2014. Full-Text Link
  48. K. Ho, K. Gerhard, A. Nicholas, A. Buck, and J. Hoffman, “On-orbit Depot Architectures Using Contingency Propellant,” Acta Astronautica, Vol. 96, pp. 217-226, 2014. Full-Text Link
  49. K. Ho, J. Green, and O. de Weck, “Concurrent Design of Scientific Crewed Space Habitats and Their Supporting Logistics System,” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, Vol. 51, No. 1, pp. 76-85, 2014. Full-Text Link
  50. K. Ho, “A Survey of Algorithms for Star Identification with Low-Cost Star Trackers,” Acta Astronautica, Vol. 73, pp. 156-163, 2012. Full-Text Link

Conference Papers

  1. M. Isaji, N. Gollins, and K. Ho, “Simultaneous Optimization of Space Mission Concept of Operations with Nonlinear Systems Design via Mixed-Integer Nonlinear Programming,” International Astronautical Congress, Milan, Italy, Oct. 2024.
  2. N. Gollins, M. Isaji, and K. Ho, “Optimisation of Categorical Choices in Exploration Mission Concepts of Operations Using Column Generation Method,” International Astronautical Congress, Milan, Italy, Oct. 2024.
  3. Y. Shimane, K. Ho, and A. Weiss, “Autonomous Horizon-Based Optical Navigation on Near-Planar Cislunar Libration Point Orbits,” Space Imaging Workshop, Atlanta, GA, Oct. 2024.
  4. G. Barura, B. Gunter, K. Ho, D. Hope, C. Valenta, and M. Velez-Reyes, “Regularizing Training of Physics Informed Neural Networks (PINNs) for Cislunar Orbit Determination via Transfer Learning “ Advanced Maui Optical and Space Surveillance Technologies (AMOS), Maui, HI, Sep. 2024.
  5. S. Han, T. Noro, and K. Ho, “Analysis and Design of Satellite Constellation Spare Strategy Using Markov Chain,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Broomfield, CO, Aug. 2024.
  6. S. Han, B. Jo, and K. Ho, “Optimal Strip Attitude Command of Earth Observation Satellite using Differential Dynamic Programming,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Broomfield, CO, Aug. 2024.
  7. S. Han, B. Jo, and K. Ho, “Time Efficient Rate Feedback Tracking Controller with Slew Rate and Control Constraint,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Broomfield, CO, Aug. 2024.
  8. M. Patel, K. Tomita, and K. Ho, “Concurrent Optimization of Satellite Phasing and Tasking for Cislunar Space Situational Awareness,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Broomfield, CO, Aug. 2024.
  9. Y. Shimane, S. Henry, J. Christian, and K. Ho, “Autonomous Navigation Strategy for Low-Energy Transfers with Limited Ground-Based Updates,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Broomfield, CO, Aug. 2024.
  10. L. I. Nolton, K. Tomita, Y. Shimane, and K. Ho, “Sensitivity Analysis of Stretching Directions for Bounded Motion along Libration Point Orbits.” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Broomfield, CO, Aug. 2024.
  11. Y. Shimane, K. Ho, and A. Weiss, “Optimization-Based Phase-Constrained Station-Keeping Control on Libration Point Orbit,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Broomfield, CO, Aug. 2024.
  12. Isaji and K. Ho, “Integrated Space Mission Planning Under Uncertainty via Stochastic and Decomposition-Based Optimization,” AIAA ASCEND, Las Vegas, NV, Jul. 2024. *
  13. K. Ho, “Modeling and Optimization for Space Logistics Operations: Review of State of the Art,” AIAA SciTech, Orlando, FL, Jan. 2024.
  14. N. Gollins and K. Ho, “Optimization of Multi-Mission Space Exploration Campaign Schedules Subject to Stochastic Launch Delay,” AIAA SciTech, Orlando, FL, Jan. 2024.
  15. K. Tomita and K. Ho, “Optimal Predictive Guidance for Autonomous Hazard Detection and Avoidance,” AIAA SciTech, Orlando, FL, Jan. 2024.
  16. M. Gilmartin, S. Crum, J. Hodkin, G. Badura, A. Gregoire, Y. Shimane, L. Visonneau, M. Steffens, S. Cimtalay, F. Humphrey, M. Borowitz, B. Gunter, J. Christian and K. Ho, “Optimization of Lunar-Based Radar Networks Via a Multi-Disciplinary Analysis and Optimization (MDAO) Approach,” AIAA SciTech, Orlando, FL, Jan. 2024.
  17. W. Huang, R. Andrada, K. Holman, D. Borja, and K. Ho, “A Preliminary Availability Assessment of A LEO Satellite Constellation,” Annual Reliability & Maintainability Symposium (RAMS), Albuquerque, NM, Jan. 2024.
  18. Y. Shimane, A. Shirane, K. Ho, “Lunar Communication Relay Architecture Design via Multiperiod Facility Location Problem,” International Astronautical Congress, Baku, Azerbaijan, Oct. 2023.
  19. Y. Shimane, K. Tomita, and K. Ho, “Strategic Regions for Monitoring Incoming Low-Energy Transfers to Low-Lunar Orbits,” Advanced Maui Optical and Space Surveillance Technologies (AMOS), Maui, HI, Sep. 2023.
  20. K. Tomita, Y. Shimane, and K. Ho, “Multi-Spacecraft Predictive Sensor Tasking for Cislunar Space Situational Awareness,” Advanced Maui Optical and Space Surveillance Technologies (AMOS), Maui, HI, Sep. 2023.
  21. G. Badura, M. Gilmartin, Y. Shimane, S. Crum, L. Visonneau, C. Valenta, M. Steffens, S. Cimtalay, F. Humphrey, M. Borowitz, B. Gunter, J. Christian, and K. Ho, “Optimizing Distributed Space-Based Networks for Cislunar Space Domain Awareness in the Context of Operational Cost Metrics, Advanced Maui Optical and Space Surveillance Technologies (AMOS), Maui, HI, Sep. 2023 (Poster presentation with Proceedings).
  22. Y. Takubo, Y. Shimane, and K. Ho, “Optimization of Earth-Moon Low-Thrust-Enhanced Low-Energy Transfer,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Big Sky, MT, Aug. 2023.
  23. Y. Shimane, D. Izzo, and K. Ho, “Costates Feedback Control for Mass-Optimal Low-Thrust Transfers,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Big Sky, MT, Aug. 2023.
  24. Y. Shimane, D. Preston, and K. Ho, “Characterizing Low-Thrust Transfers from Near-Rectilinear Halo Orbits to Low Lunar Orbits with Q-Law,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Big Sky, MT, Aug. 2023.
  25. L. I. Nolton, K. Tomita, Y. Shimane, and K. Ho, “Sensitivity Analysis of Separation Time along Weak Stability Boundary Transfers,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Big Sky, MT, Aug. 2023.
  26. N. Gollins, Y. Shimane, and K. Ho, “Translunar Logistics With Low-Energy Transfers”, AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Big Sky, MT, Aug. 2023.
  27. M. Patel, Y. Shimane, H. Lee, and K. Ho, “Cislunar Satellite Constellation Design Via Integer Linear Programming,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Big Sky, MT, Aug. 2023.
  28. T. Sasaki, K. Ho, and E. G. Lightsey, “Model Predictive Path Integral Control for Spacecraft Rendezvous and Proximity Operations on Elliptic Orbits,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Big Sky, MT, Aug. 2023.
  29. K. Tomita, B. Jo, and K. Ho, “Learning Reachability for Hazard Detection and Avoidance in Planetary Landing,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Big Sky, MT, Aug. 2023.
  30. N. Gollins and K. Ho, “A Heuristic Method for Determining Payload-to-Vehicle Assignment & Launch Order for Multi-Vehicle Exploration Campaigns,” AIAA SciTech, National Habor, MD & Virtual, Jan. 2023.
  31. S. Han and K. Ho, “Terminal Landing Guidance Law using Analytic Gravity Turn Trajectory,” AAS/AIAA Space Flight Mechanics Meeting, Austin, TX, Jan. 2023.
  32. T. Driver*, K. Tomita*, K. Ho, and P. Tsiotras, “Deep Monocular Hazard Detection for Safe Small Body Landing,” AAS/AIAA Space Flight Mechanics Meeting, Austin, TX, Jan. 2023. (*these authors contributed equally to this work.)
  33. K. Tomita and K. Ho, “Stochastic Hazard Detection For Landing Under Topographic Uncertainty,” AAS/AIAA Space Flight Mechanics Meeting, Austin, TX, Jan. 2023.
  34. J. Tepper, Y. Fassi, T. Sarton du Jonchay, K. Ho, and Y. Shimane, “Optimization and Modeling of Active Debris Removal using a Time-Expanded Network,” AIAA ASCEND, Las Vegas, NV, Oct. 2022.
  35. Y. Shimane, D. Preston, and K. Ho, “Concurrent Optimization of Gravity-Assist Low-Thrust Trajectory with Power and Propulsion Subsystem Sizing,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Charlotte, NC, Aug. 2022.
  36. G. Badura, Y. Shimane, A. Gregoire, R. Patel, M. Gilmartin, K. Gangolli, L. Visonneau, J. Tysor, S. Manojkumar, F. Humphrey, C. Valenta, R. Blair, A. Sudol, M. Borowitz, B. Gunter, J. Christian, and K. Ho, “System Design and Analysis for Cislunar Space Domain Awareness through Distributed Sensors,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Charlotte, NC, Aug. 2022.
  37. T. Sasaki, K. Ho, and E. G. Lightsey, “Nonlinear Spacecraft Formation Flying Using Constrained Differential Dynamic Programming,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Charlotte, NC, Aug. 2022.
  38. H. Lee, H. Chen, and K. Ho, “Maximizing Observation Throughput via Multi-Stage Satellite Constellation Reconfiguration,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Charlotte, NC, Aug. 2022.
  39. K. Tomita, Y. Shimane, and K. Ho, “Small Body Reconnaissance by Multiple Spacecraft via Deep Reinforcement Learning,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Charlotte, NC, Aug. 2022.
  40. T. Nakagawa, K. Tomita, and K. Ho, “Missing and Noisy Data Recovery for Planetary Landing by Conditional Generative Adversarial Network,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Charlotte, NC, Aug. 2022.
  41. P. Clifton, H. Lee, A. Honda, S. Yoshikawa, and K. Ho, “Optimization Framework for Minimal Conjunction Satellite Constellation Design and Post-Mission Disposal Trajectories,” IEEE Aerospace Conference, Big Sky, MT, Mar. 2022.
  42. K. Tomita and K. Ho, “Adaptive Hazard Detection and Avoidance for Planetary Landing via Bayesian Semantic Segmentation,” AIAA Scitech, San Diego, CA & Virtual, Jan. 2022.
  43. Y. Shimane and K. Ho, “Robustness Assessment of Low-Thrust Trajectory via Sequentially Truncated Sims-Flanagan Problems,” AIAA ASCEND Conference, Virtual/Las Vegas, NV, Nov. 2021.
  44. M. Isaji, Y. Takubo, and K. Ho, “Multidisciplinary Design Optimization Approach to Integrated Space Mission Planning and Spacecraft Design,” AIAA ASCEND Conference, Virtual/Las Vegas, NV, Nov. 2021.
  45. H. Lee and K. Ho, “A Lagrangian relaxation-based heuristic approach to regional constellation reconfiguration problem,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Virtual, Aug. 2021.
  46. Y. Shimane and K. Ho, “Interplanetary Low-Thrust Trajectory Design to Libration Point Orbits via Sims-Flanagan Transcription,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Virtual, Aug. 2021.
  47. T. Sarton du Jonchay, Y. Shimane, M. Isaji, H. Chen, and K. Ho, “On-Orbit Servicing Logistics Framework Generalized to the Multi-Orbit Case,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Big Sky, Virtual, Aug. 2021.
  48. K. Skinner, K. Tomita, and K. Ho, “Uncertainty-Aware Deep Learning for Safe Landing Site Selection,” AAS/AIAA Space Flight Mechanics Meeting, Virtual, Feb. 2021.
  49. T. Sarton du Jonchay, H. Chen, O. Gunasekara, and K. Ho, “Rolling Horizon Optimization Framework for the Scheduling of On-Orbit Servicing Operations under Servicing Demand Uncertainties,” AIAA ASCEND Conference, Virtual, Nov. 2020.
  50. K. Tomita, K. Skinner, K. Iiyama, B. Jagatia, T. Nakagawa, and K. Ho, “Hazard Detection Algorithm for Planetary Landing Using Semantic Segmentation,” AIAA ASCEND Conference, Virtual, Nov. 2020.
  51. H. Chen, B. Gardner, P. Grogan, and K. Ho, “Flexibility Management for Space Logistics Through Decision Rules,” AIAA ASCEND Conference, Virtual, Nov. 2020.
  52. Y. Takubo, H. Chen, and K. Ho, “Performance Analysis of Hierarchical Reinforcement Learning Framework for Stochastic Space Logistics,” AIAA ASCEND Conference, Virtual, Nov. 2020.
  53. H. Lee and K. Ho, “Binary Integer Linear Programming Formulation for Optimal Satellite Constellation Reconfiguration,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Virtual, Aug. 2020 [First author H. Lee received the John V. Breakwell Student Travel Award].
  54. K. Iiyama, K. Tomita, B. Jagatia, T. Nakagawa, and K. Ho, “Deep Reinforcement Learning for Safe Landing Site Selection with Concurrent Consideration of Divert Maneuvers,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Virtual, Aug. 2020.
  55. H. Lee and K. Ho, “Regional constellations as alternative business strategy: Overcoming startups’ challenges in the space-based communications industry,” AAS John Glenn Memorial Symposium, Virtual, Jul. 2020 [First author H. Lee received the Molly K. Macauley Award].
  56. K. Ikeya, H. Sakamoto, H. Chen, and K. Ho, “Integrated Orbit Design and Network-Based Optimization of Interplanetary Mission Architectures,” AIAA SciTech, Orlando, FL, Jan. 2020.
  57. H. Chen, M. Ornik, and K. Ho, “Incentive Design for Commercial Participation in Space Logistics Infrastructure Development and Deployment,” International Astronautical Congress, Washington DC, Oct. 2019 [First Author H. Chen received the Luigi G. Napolitano Award].
  58. T. Sarton du Jonchay, H. Chen, A. Wieger, Z. Szajnfarber, and K. Ho, “Space System Architecting for Commercial Suitability: A Case Study in Cislunar Space Transportation,” International Astronautical Congress, Washington DC, Oct. 2019.
  59. A. Wieger, H. Chen, T. Sarton du Jonchay, K. Ho, and Z. Szajnfarber, “An Approach to Endogenously Incentivizing Commercial Participation through System Architecture Choices,” International Astronautical Congress, Washington DC, Oct. 2019.
  60. H. Chen, T. Sarton du Jonchay, L. Hou, and K. Ho, “Space Resource Logistics for Human Exploration to Mars,” International Astronautical Congress, Washington DC, Oct. 2019.
  61. H. Chen and K. Ho, “Hierarchical Reinforcement Learning Framework for Space Exploration Campaign Design,” AIAA Propulsion and Energy Forum, Indianapolis, IN, Aug. 2019.
  62. H. Chen, T. Sarton du Jonchay, L. Hou, and K. Ho, “Multi-Fidelity Space Mission Planning and Space Infrastructure Design Framework for Space Resource Logistics,” AIAA Propulsion and Energy Forum, Indianapolis, IN, Aug. 2019.
  63. R. Beeson, K. Tomita, O. Gunasekara, A. Sinclair, and K. Ho, “Space-Based Target Search Methods using an Optical Sensor Model for Space Situational Awareness,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Portland, ME, Aug. 2019.
  64. T. Silva and K. Ho, “Spacecraft Trajectory Tracking and Parameter Estimation in the Presence of a Splitting Contact Binary Asteroid,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Portland, ME, Aug. 2019.
  65. B. Hamdan, K. Ho, P. Wang, “Staged-Deployment Design for Resilient Expansion Planning of Large Scale Complex Systems,” AIAA SciTech, San Diego, CA, Jan. 2019.
  66. H. Chen, A. Lapin, C. Lei, K. Ho, and T. Ukai, “Optimization for Large-Scale Multi-Mission Space Campaign Design by Approximate Dynamic Programming,” AIAA SPACE, Orlando, FL, Sep. 2018.
  67. H. Chen and K. Ho, “Multi-Actor Analysis Framework for Space Architecture Commercialization,” AIAA SPACE, Orlando, FL, Sep. 2018.
  68. M. Patel, A. Sinclair, H. Yeong, R. Beeson, and K. Ho, “Dynamic Sensor Steering for Target Search for Space Situational Awareness,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Snowbird, UT, Aug. 2018.
  69. B. Jagannatha and K. Ho, “Event-Driven Space Logistics Network Optimization for Cislunar Supply Chain Design with High-Thrust and Low-Thrust Propulsion Technologies,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Snowbird, UT, Aug. 2018.
  70. H. Lee, K. Ho, S. Shimizu, and S. Yoshikawa, “A Semi-Analytical Approach to Satellite Constellation Design for Regional Coverage,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Snowbird, UT, Aug. 2018.
  71. M. Patel, A. Sinclair, and K. Ho, “Information-Theoretic Target Search for Space Situational Awareness,” AIAA/AAS Space Flight Mechanics Meeting, AIAA SciTech, Kissimmee, FL, Jan. 2018.
  72. P. Sears and K. Ho, “Impact Evaluation of In-Space Additive Manufacturing on Modularized Geostationary Platforms,” AIAA SPACE, Orlando, FL, Sep. 2017 (Conference canceled due to Hurricane Irma; Papers published in online proceedings).
  73. H. Chen, K. Ho, B. Gardner, and P. Grogan, “Built-in Flexibility for Space Logistics Mission Planning and Spacecraft Design,” AIAA SPACE, Orlando, FL, Sep. 2017 (Conference canceled due to Hurricane Irma; Papers published in online proceedings).
  74. H. Chen, H. Lee, and K. Ho, “Space Transportation System and Infrastructure Design for Regular Interplanetary Cargo Missions,” AIAA SPACE, Orlando, FL, Sep. 2017 (Conference canceled due to Hurricane Irma; Papers published in online proceedings).
  75. Z. Chen, H. Chen, and K. Ho, “Analytical Model of Space Infrastructure Staged Deployment Strategy in Space Logistics,” AIAA SPACE, Orlando, FL, Sep. 2017 (Conference canceled due to Hurricane Irma; Papers published in online proceedings).
  76. A. Golpashin, K. Ho, and N. Namachchivaya, “Stochastic Attitude Control of Spacecraft under Thrust Uncertainty,” AIAA/AAS Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Stevenson, WA, Aug. 2017.
  77. B. Jagannatha, V. Shah, R. Beeson, and K. Ho, “Exploration of Low-Thrust Trajectories to Earth-Moon Halo Orbits,” AIAA/AAS Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Stevenson, WA, Aug. 2017.
  78. K. Ho, H. Chen, and H. Kim, “Value of Bootstrapping Staged Deployment of Infrastructure: Case Study in Space Infrastructure Deployment,” ASME International Design Engineering Technical Conferences and Computers and Information in Engineering Conference, Cleveland, OH, Aug. 2017.
  79. H. Lee, P. Jakob, K. Ho, S. Shimizu, and S. Yoshikawa, “Optimization of Satellite Constellation Deployment Strategy Considering Uncertain Areas of Interest,” 9th International Workshop on Satellite Constellations and Formation Flying, Boulder, CO, 2017 .
  80. R. McCormick, A. Austin, L. Cubrich, B. Marth, R. Mukherjee, T. Wenger, M. Patel, and K. Ho, “Development of Miniature Robotic Manipulators to Enable SmallSat Clusters,” IEEE Aerospace Conference, Big Sky, MT, Mar. 2017.
  81. H. Chen and K. Ho, “Integrated Space Mission Planning and In-Orbit Infrastructure Design with Mixed-Integer Programming,”  AIAA SPACE, Long Beach, CA, Sep. 2016.
  82. B. Jagannatha and K. Ho, “Campaign-Level Mission Planning with Integrated Trajectory Design and Propulsion Technology Trades,”  AIAA SPACE, Long Beach, CA, Sep. 2016.
  83. T. Sarton du Jonchay and K. Ho, “Quantification of the Responsiveness of On-Orbit Servicing Infrastructure for Modularized Earth-Orbiting Platforms,”  AIAA SPACE, Long Beach, CA, Sep. 2016.
  84. P. Grogan, K. Ho, A. Golkar, and O. de Weck, “Bounding the Value of Collaboration in Federated Systems,” IEEE Systems Conference, Orlando, FL, Apr. 2016.
  85. K. Ho, O. de Weck, J. Hoffman, and R. Shishko, “Campaign-Level Dynamic Network Modelling for Spaceflight Logistics for the Flexible Path Concept,” International Astronautical Congress, Jerusalem, Israel, Oct. 2015.
  86. D. Conte, M. Di Carlo, K. Ho, D. Spencer, M. Vasile, “Earth-Mars Transfers through Moon Distant Retrograde Orbit,” AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference, Vail, CO, Aug. 2015.
  87. K. Ho, O. de Weck, J. Hoffman, and R. Shishko, “Dynamic Modeling and Optimization for Space Logistics Using Time-Expanded Networks,” International Astronautical Congress, Toronto, Canada, Sep. 2014.
  88. S. Do, K. Ho, S. Schreiner, A. Owens, and O. de Weck, “An Independent Assessment of the Technical Feasibility of the Mars One Mission Plan,” International Astronautical Congress, Toronto, Canada, Sep. 2014.
  89. K. Ho, O. de Weck, J. Hoffman, and R. Shishko, “Dynamic Network Modeling for Spaceflight Logistics,” AIAA Modeling and Simulation Technologies Conference, AIAA SciTech, National Harbor, MD, Jan. 2014.
  90. E. Capparelli, L. Delgado-Lopez, N. Bosanac, A. Burg, K. Ho, J. Kluger, S. Langston, V. Lo Gatto, O. Mansurov, P. Nizenkov, A. Vrolijk, L. Zea, and J. Battat, “Evaluating International Collaboration for Human Exploration beyond LEO,” IAA Space Exploration Conference, Washington D.C., Jan. 2014.
  91. K. Ho, J. Green, and O. de Weck, “Improved Concurrent Optimization Formulation of Crewed Space Habitats and Their Supporting Logistics Systems,” AIAA SPACE, San Diego, CA, Sep. 2013.
  92. A. Kornienko, R. Harris, P. Temporelli, and K. Ho, “Disturbance Torque Compensation of the BepiColombo Spacecraft during Interplanetary Cruise Flight using Solar Sailing Effect,” AIAA Guidance, Navigation, and Control Conference, Boston, MA, Aug. 2013.
  93. K. Ho, J. Green, and O. de Weck, “Integrated Framework for the Design of Crewed Space Habitats and their Supporting Logistics System,” AIAA SPACE, Pasadena, CA, Sep. 2012.
  94. K. Ho, “Software Development of Star Trackers for Small Satellites,” International Astronautical Congress, Prague, Czech Republic, Oct. 2010.
  95. K. Ho and S. Nakasuka, “New Star Identification Algorithm for Multiple Star Trackers with Unequal Qualities,” IFAC Symposium on Automatic Control in Aerospace, Nara, Japan, Sep. 2010.
  96. K. Ho and S. Nakasuka, “Novel Star Identification Method Combining Two Star Trackers with Extended FOVs,” AIAA Guidance, Navigation, and Control Conference and Exhibit, Toronto, Canada, Aug. 2010.
  97. K. Ho, N. Sako, and S. Nakasuka, “Thermal Design and Testing of a Micro-satellite for Infrared Astrometry (Nano-JASMINE),” AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials Conference, Orlando, FL, Apr. 2010.
  98. K. Ho and S. Nakasuka, “Novel Star Identification Algorithm Utilizing Images of Two Star Trackers,” IEEE Aerospace Conference, Big Sky, MT, Mar. 2010.
  99. K. Ho and S. Nakasuka, “Star Identification Algorithms for Micro Star Trackers,” Symposium on Space Science and Technology (Japanese), Kyoto, Japan, Sep. 2009.
  100. K. Ho, “Optimization for the Communication Network of a Micro-satellite Cluster by the Multilayer Hierarchy via a Genetic Algorithm,” International Symposium on Space Technology and Science, Tsukuba, Japan, Jul. 2009.

Theses

  1. Kento Tomita, “Hazard Detection and Avoidance for Autonomous Spacecraft Landing,” Ph.D. Thesis, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2023.
  2. Andrew Maxwell, “Analyzing Sparing Policy in the Operations of Space Habits,” Ph.D. Thesis, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2023.
  3. Julia Tepper, “Optimization and Modeling of Multimodal Active Debris Removal Using a Time-Expanded Network,” M.S. Thesis, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2023.
  4. Tristan Sarton Du Jonchay, “Framework for the Design and Operations of Sustainable On-Orbit Servicing Infrastructures Dedicated to Geosynchronous Satellites,” Ph.D. Thesis, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2022.
  5. H. Lee, “Design and Operations of Satellite Constellations for Complex Regional Coverage,” Ph.D. Thesis, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2022.
  6. T. Claudet, “Semantic Segmentation for Safe Planetary Landing Site Selection.” M.S. Thesis, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2022 (co-advised by Prof. Mark Costello).
  7. H. Chen, “Interdisciplinary Space Logistics Optimization Framework for Large-Scale Space Exploration,” Ph.D. Thesis, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2021.
  8. B. Hardy, “Long-Term Effects of Satellite Megaconstellations on the Debris Environment in Low Earth Orbit,” M.S. Thesis, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2020.
  9. J. Perez, “Stochastic Design Optimization of Modular, Reconfigurable, Persistent Support Platforms in Earth Orbit,” M.S. Thesis, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2019.
  10. T. Silva, “Spacecraft Trajectory Tracking and Parameter Estimation in the Presence of a Splitting Contact Binary Asteroid,” M.S. Thesis, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2019.
  11. B. Jagannatha, “Space Logistics Network Optimization with Embedded Propulsion Technology Selection,” Ph.D. Thesis, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2018.
  12. J. Bouvier, “Orbit Control for a Spacecraft around a Splitting Contact Binary Asteroid,” M.S. Thesis, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2018.
  13. A. Golpashin, “Stochastic Hamiltonian-Jacobi-Bellman Equations: Applications to Spacecraft Attitude Control,” M.S. Thesis, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2018 (co-advised by Prof. N Sri Namachchivaya).
  14. H. Lee, “Optimization of Satellite Constellation Deployment Strategy Considering Uncertain Areas of Interest,” Master’s Thesis, Department of Aerospace Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Aug. 2018.
  15. P. Jakob, “Optimal Satellite Constellation Spare Strategy Using Multi-Echelon Inventory Control with Stochastic Demand and Lead Times,” Master’s Thesis, Department of Aerospace Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, May. 2018.
  16. M. Patel, “Target Search Methods for Space Situational Awareness,” Master’s Thesis, Department of Aerospace Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, May. 2018.
  17. P. Sears, “Impact evaluation of in-space additive manufacturing and recycling technologies for on-orbit servicing,” Master’s Thesis, Department of Aerospace Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, May. 2018.
  18. D. Teodonio, “Autonomous Landing on Asteroids Environment: State-of-the-Art Control Methods and Artificial Intelligence Algorithms,” Politecnico di Torino, thesis completed at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Mar. 2018.
  19. T. Wenger, “Development of Miniature Robotic Arm Manipulators to Enable Smallsat Clusters,” Master’s Thesis, Department of Aerospace Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, May. 2017.
  20. T. Sarton Du Jonchay, “Modeling and Simulation of Permanent On-Orbit Servicing Infrastructures Dedicated to Modularized Earth-Orbiting Platforms,” Master’s Thesis, Department of Aerospace Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, May. 2017.
  21. K. Ho, “Dynamic Network Modeling for Spaceflight Logistics with Time-Expanded Networks,” Ph.D. Thesis, Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Mar. 2015.
  22. K. Ho, “Development of Star Sensor for Nano-satellites and Its Identification Performance Improvement,” Master’s Thesis, Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics, University of Tokyo, Mar. 2011.
  23. K. Ho, “Optimization for the Communication Network of a Micro-Satellite Cluster by Multilayer Hierarchy,” Bachelor’s Thesis, Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics, University of Tokyo, Mar. 2009.