RocketLab is the center’s experimental propulsion and rocketry lab, focused on advancing the fundamentals required to design, build, and test propulsion-related technologies in a safe, research-driven environment. The lab explores the end-to-end pipeline, from early concept studies and subsystem prototyping to test planning and data-driven iteration, always prioritizing safety culture and responsible engineering practices.
Core focus areas:
- Propulsion and thrust-generation concepts (research and prototyping)
- Test instrumentation, data collection, and performance characterization
- Structural and thermal considerations for propulsion-adjacent components
- Systems thinking: interfaces, integration readiness, and verification mindset
Advisors:
Dr. Quispe Mendoza is a distinguished professional in the aerospace sector, recognized for his extensive expertise in satellite engineering, planetary science, and deep space exploration. With a robust background in conceptualizing planetary probes for Venus, developing nanosatellites for environmental monitoring in the Amazon, and researching the Jovian magnetosphere at the Moscow Aviation Institute, he has consistently demonstrated a commitment to integrating cutting-edge aerospace technology with solutions for critical global challenges. Beyond his technical achievements, he is a passionate advocate for space education and technological advancement in Peru, frequently contributing to academic initiatives and projects like Chasqui II to inspire the next generation of aerospace engineers. His work seamlessly bridges the gap between advanced academic research and practical space applications, making him a leading voice in the evolution of the international aerospace community.
Researchers:
Rodrigo Augusto Martínez Chávez
Katherine Ellie Koo Saenz
Guillermo Pilares Aique
Elam Hazael Salomón Fernández Lagos
Fernando Sebastian Mori Rodriguez
Alejandra Villa Rondinel
Leonardo Jesus Vivas Alania
Jhordi Alexis Auqui Bautista
Sheccid Antuanet Orihuela Arias
Elizabeth Brenda Bueno Mamani
Abraham H. Gutierrez
Aldair Juan Duran Cordova
Abel Antonio Quispe Since
Juan Daniel Yacolca Tejada
Ríos Bernardo Juan Carlos
