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Rodolfo Milhomem, M.Sc.

Orbital Systems & Launch Vehicle Performance Modeling | Orbit Determination (EKF) | Monte Carlo Risk Analysis | TLE Propagation (SGP4) | Aerospace Simulation

LinkedIn | Email: rmilhomem@gmail.com


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Aerospace systems specialist with an M.Sc. in Aerospace Sciences (Brazilian Air Force University – UNIFA), focused on launch vehicle performance, orbital mechanics, and space systems risk modeling.

My work centers on analytical and computational modeling for:

• Launch vehicle trajectory simulation
• ΔV budgeting and loss analysis (gravity, drag, steering)
• Orbit determination using Extended Kalman Filter (J2 perturbation)
• TLE propagation and debris tracking (SGP4)
• Monte Carlo–based orbital risk assessment
• Space Domain Awareness (SDA) modeling

I develop simulation frameworks in Python and C++, integrating numerical methods, perturbation models, and statistical validation approaches for mission analysis and performance evaluation.


Core Technical Domains

  • Orbital Mechanics
  • Launch Vehicle Performance
  • Orbit Determination & State Estimation
  • Monte Carlo Simulation
  • Trajectory Optimization
  • Orbital Risk & Debris Modeling
  • Space Systems Analysis

Toolchain

Python (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas, Matplotlib)
SGP4
GMAT
SNAP (ESA EO toolbox)
C++
LabVIEW (DAQ systems)


Academic Background

M.Sc. Aerospace Sciences – Brazilian Air Force - UNIFA
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
Computer Engineering (in progress)
Postgraduate Specialization in Aeronautical Engineering


Selected Research Interests

Launch vehicle architectures
Orbital sustainability & debris mitigation
Trajectory modeling for suborbital and orbital missions
Space mobility & logistics
Statistical risk modeling in LEO environments


Regulatory & Strategic Interface (Complementary Expertise)

Licensed attorney (Brazil) with experience in space-related regulatory frameworks, technology governance, and intellectual property strategy.

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  1. Starlink-Orbit-Determination-using-Extended-Kalman-Filter Starlink-Orbit-Determination-using-Extended-Kalman-Filter Public

    Orbit Determination of a Starlink LEO Satellite Using an Extended Kalman Filter with J2 Perturbation Model and Monte Carlo Validation

    Python

  2. Hohmann_Transfer Hohmann_Transfer Public

    Orbital mechanics script for Hohmann transfer computation and visualization (Δv, transfer ellipse, vis-viva).

    Python

  3. NORAD-TLE-two-line-element-set-format NORAD-TLE-two-line-element-set-format Public

    NORAD Two-Line Element Set (TLE) reader and interpreter

    Python

  4. Azimute_napier Azimute_napier Public

    Calculate the launch azimuth of the Launch Vehicle.

    Python

  5. Crash_clock_starlink Crash_clock_starlink Public

    Python-based analytical tool estimating the mean collision interval (“Crash Clock”) within the Starlink LEO constellation using TLE data, spatial density modeling, and simplified collision probabil…

    Python

  6. Stagnation_Point Stagnation_Point Public

    C++ model for estimating stagnation-point wall temperature under supersonic flow using empirical boundary-layer recovery formulations.

    C++