Dr. Shoaib Ahmed Khan, Guangzhou University, China.
Shoaib Ahmed Khan is a highly accomplished electrical engineer and researcher with expertise in small satellites, power management, and attitude control systems. Holding a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Zhejiang University (China), he is currently a Postdoctoral Fellow at Guangzhou University. His research has significantly advanced satellite technology, particularly in areas like power conditioning, solar panels, and embedded systems. With a passion for aerospace systems and spacecraft dynamics, Shoaib continues to shape the future of space engineering through innovative research.
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🚀 Early Academic Pursuits
Shoaib’s academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from NUCES FAST in Pakistan, where he achieved a CGPA of 3.06/4.0. During his studies, he designed and implemented a Concentrated Solar Power System for his final-year project. This early exposure to renewable energy systems paved the way for his Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (CGPA 3.52/4.0) at the same institution. Here, he worked with SUPARCO (National Space Agency of Pakistan) on the Pakistan National Student Satellite Project (PNSS-1).
🛠️ Professional Endeavors
Shoaib’s professional career has been marked by a combination of engineering practice and research. As a Site Engineer at the Army Housing Directorate (ADH) in Pakistan, he contributed to electrical and mechanical works, including cable installation, power distribution, and lighting systems. His role in planning, drafting, and executing electrical systems honed his project management skills. Later, his time at Guangzhou University allowed him to focus on his research in spacecraft attitude control, especially in small satellite technologies.
🌌 Contributions and Research Focus
Shoaib’s research revolves around small satellites and space systems, with a particular focus on power management and attitude control subsystems. His work has led to breakthroughs in solar panels, embedded magnetorquers, and intelligent detumbling systems. A key aspect of his work includes the thermal analysis and modeling of electronic systems in spacecraft. He has authored numerous journal articles that explore quantum optimization, multi-modal design problems, and electromagnetic design optimization.
His contributions include the development of reconfigurable magnetorquers and magnetorquer designs for nanosatellites, furthering the capabilities of attitude control systems for small spacecraft. Shoaib has worked with international institutions and space agencies, solidifying his expertise in aerospace engineering.
Impact and Influence 🌍
Shoaib’s research impact extends beyond academia, influencing space technology and the design of next-generation small satellites. His work has been published in high-impact journals such as the IEEE Journal of Miniaturization for Air and Space Systems, Advances in Space Research, and J. Aerospace Engineering. His studies on spacecraft control systems have contributed to improving satellite performance, reliability, and efficiency, making a lasting impact on global space missions. He has become a thought leader in space systems design, and his collaborative work with institutions like Zhejiang University and SUPARCO has positioned him at the forefront of aerospace innovation.
Research Skills 🧑🔬
Shoaib possesses a diverse range of research skills that include:
- Power Management and Energy Systems for small satellites
- Attitude Control and Dynamics of Spacecraft
- Embedded Systems and Control Algorithms
- Thermal Modeling and Analysis of Spacecraft Systems
- Electromagnetic Design and Optimization using Quantum Particle Swarm Optimization (QPSO)
His ability to model and optimize complex systems has made him a prominent researcher in the field of space systems.
Teaching Experience 🧑🏫
Shoaib also has significant teaching experience. From January 2014 to January 2017, he served as a Research and Teaching Assistant at NUCES FAST, where he worked alongside Dr. Anwar Ali in delivering workshops and lectures on space systems, power management, and attitude determination subsystems. He later delivered specialized workshops at Zhejiang University and Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), focusing on detumbling systems for small satellites.
Awards and Honors 🏅
Shoaib has earned numerous awards and recognitions throughout his career, including:
- Silver Medal for M.S. in Electrical Engineering at FAST NUCES
- Ph.D. Scholarship at Zhejiang University, awarded by the Chinese Scholarship Council (CSC)
- Keynote Speaker at Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) workshops
- Professional Engineer certification with the Pakistan Engineering Council (a signatory body of the Washington Accord)
Legacy and Future Contributions 🔮
Shoaib’s legacy as a researcher and innovator is set to continue as he drives forward cutting-edge research in small satellite technology, energy management, and spacecraft dynamics. His future contributions will likely include developing sustainable and energy-efficient systems for space missions and expanding collaborations with international space agencies.
Publication Top Notes
- Title: Design of Modular Power Management and Attitude Control Subsystems for a Microsatellite
Author(s): A. Ali, S.A. Khan, M.U. Khan, H. Ali, M. Rizwan Mughal, J. Praks
Year: 2018
- Title: Active Attitude Control for Microspacecraft: A Survey and New Embedded Designs
Author(s): S.A. Khan, Y. Shiyou, A. Ali, S. Rao, S. Fahad, W. Jing, J. Tong, M. Tahir
Year: 2022
- Title: More Electric Aircraft Challenges: A Study on 270 V/90 V Interleaved Bidirectional DC–DC Converter
Author(s): M. Tahir, S.A. Khan, T. Khan, M. Waseem, D. Khan, A. Annuk
Year: 2022
- Title: Design & Thermal Modeling of Solar Panel Module with Embedded Reconfigurable Air-Coil for Micro-Satellites
Author(s): A. Ali, S.A. Khan, M.A. Dildar, H. Ali, N. Ullah
Year: 2018
- Title: Optimized Design and Analysis of Printed Magnetorquer for a 3-U Nano-Satellite
Author(s): S. Ahmed Khan, A. Ali, Y. Shiyou, S. Fahad, J. Tong
Year: 2022
- Title: Optimized Design of Embedded Air Coil for Small Satellites with Various Dimensions
Author(s): S. Ahmed Khan, A. Ali, Y. Shiyou, J. Tong, J.M. Guerrero
Year: 2021
- Title: A Hybrid Smart Quantum Particle Swarm Optimization for Multimodal Electromagnetic Design Problems
Author(s): S. Fahad, S. Yang, S.U. Khan, S.A. Khan, R.A. Khan
Year: 2022
- Title: A Multimodal Smart Quantum Particle Swarm Optimization for Electromagnetic Design Optimization Problems
Author(s): S. Fahad, S. Yang, R.A. Khan, S. Khan, S.A. Khan
Year: 2021
- Title: PCB-Integrated Embedded Planar Magnetorquers for Small Satellites Intelligent Detumbling
Author(s): S.A. Khan, Y. Shiyou, A. Ali, M. Tahir, S. Fahad, S. Rao, M. Waseem
Year: 2023