Space Robotics & Generative Estimation Lab

The Space Robotics and Generative Estimation (SRGE) Lab, directed by Dr. Cagri Kilic, advances autonomous systems for orbital and planetary robotics. Our research spans two interconnected domains: Orbital Robotics, which includes spacecraft-manipulator control, cislunar trajectory design, satellite station-keeping, CubeSat resilience, and space situational awareness; and Planetary/Terrestrial Robotics, which focuses on cooperative localization, terrain-relative navigation, and multi-robot coordination for lunar and Martian exploration.

We develop physics-informed state estimation, uncertainty-aware perception with deep learning, and reinforcement learning for robot locomotion and manipulation. Our platforms include quadrupeds, rovers, and hybrid systems validated in unstructured environments. Research integrates multi-sensor fusion for GNSS-denied navigation, terramechanics-based mobility, and bio-inspired design to enable reliable autonomy on the Moon and Mars.