Labs and Centers
Aerospace Design Laboratory (ADL)
The Aerospace Design Laboratory (ADL) fosters the use of high-fidelity analysis and design tools in a variety of aerospace design problems including aircraft, turbomachinery, launch vehicles, helicopters and spacecraft. Aerospace Design Laboratory (ADL)
Aerospace Planetary Exploration Laboratory (APEX)
Led by Professor Anton Ermakov, bridges planetary science and aerospace engineering research. APEX performs planetary science research focusing on studying planetary internal structure and evolution using a diverse range of spacecraft data (e.g., radiometric tracking, stereo-imaging, magnetometry, microwave radiometry, geologic mapping). This works is accompanied with geophysical and orbital dynamics modeling. APEX leads the development of future geophysical space mission targeted at answering priority planetary science questions. Aerospace Planetary Exploration Laboratory (APEX)
Autonomous Systems Lab
The Autonomous Systems Lab (ASL) develops methodologies for the analysis, design and control of autonomous systems, with a particular emphasis on large-scale robotic networks and autonomous aerospace vehicles. Autonomous Systems Lab
Center for Automotive Research at Stanford (CARS)
The Center for Automotive Research at Stanford (CARS) brings together researchers, students, industry, government and the community to enable a future of human-centered mobility.
Experimental and Computational Laboratory for Impacts, Plasmas and Space Environments (ECLIPSE)
Experimental and Computational Laboratory for Impacts, Plasmas and Space Environments (ECLIPSE) encompasses both ground-based and space-based detection of the space environment and modeling to understand how the space environment affects spacecraft. ECLIPSE lab website
EXtreme Environment Microsystems (XLab)
The EXtreme Environment Microsystems Laboratory (XLab) focuses on the development of micro- and nanosystems for operation within extreme harsh environments. EXtreme Environment Microsystems (XLab)
Farhat Research Group
The Farhat Research Group (FRG) develops mathematical models, advanced computational algorithms and high-performance software for the design and analysis of complex systems in aerospace, marine, mechanical and naval engineering. Farhat Research Group
Flow Physics and Aeroacoustics Laboratory
The Flow Physics and Aeroacoustics Lab conducts research on turbulence simulations, compressible shear flows, transition in boundary layers, aeroacoustics, jet noise, turbine blade heat transfer, aircraft vortex wakes and condensation trails, and numerical methods. Flow Physics and Aeroacoustics Laboratory
GPS Laboratory
The GPS Laboratory studies and builds systems for vehicle navigation and attitude determination.
GPS Laboratory
KACST-Stanford Center of Excellence for Aeronautics and Astronautics
The King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) at Stanford is a collaborative center of excellence for research in aeronautics and astronautics, established in partnership with the Hanson Experimental Physics Laboratory (HEPL) at Stanford. KACST-Stanford Center of Excellence for Aeronautics and Astronautics
Multi-robot Systems Lab
The Multi-robot Systems Lab (MSL) studies distributed algorithms for control, sensing, and learning in groups of robots and animals. Multi-robot Systems Lab
Morphing Space Structures Lab
The Morphing Space Structures Lab develops deployable spacecraft structures, novel flexible composite structures, and origami-inspired structures.
Navigation and Autonomous Vehicles Lab (NAV Lab)
The Navigation and Autonomous Vehicles Lab (NAV Lab) develops robust and secure positioning, navigation and timing technologies. Research on navigation safety, cyber security and resilience to errors and uncertainties using advanced signal processing, sensor fusion and machine learning methods. Applications include manned and unmanned aerial vehicles, autonomous driving cars, robotics, internet of things and the future power grid. Visit the Navigation and Autonomous Vehicles Lab (NAV Lab) website to learn more.
Plasma Dynamics Modeling Laboratory (PDML)
The Plasma Dynamics Modeling Laboratory (PDML) focuses on development of computational methods and theoretical models to understand physical phenomena in various plasma discharge and gas flows, with a particular emphasis on spacecraft electric propulsion. Plasma Dynamics Modeling Laboratory (PDML)
Reconfigurable and Active Structures (ReAct) Lab
The Reconfigurable and Active Structures (ReAct) Lab investigates the coupling between shape and function in space systems to create multi-functional adaptive structures and scientific instruments.
Stanford Propulsion & Space Exploration Laboratory (SPaSE)
We study the chemistry and physics of reactive flows relevant to advanced aerospace propulsion systems with a focus on high-speed (supersonic, hypersonic, rocketry, space entry), sustainable aviation, and compact UAS propulsion. We deploy scientific tools including laser and optical diagnostics, numerical modeling and simulations, and machine learning based optimization to pursue disruptive and sustainable propulsion concepts that can reshape our future. https://spase.stanford.edu
Space Rendezvous Laboratory (SLAB)
The Space Rendezvous Laboratory (SLAB) performs fundamental and applied research at the intersection of Astrodynamics and Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) to enable future distributed space systems. Space Rendezvous Laboratory (SLAB)
Stanford Flight Simulator Laboratory
The Stanford Flight Simulator Laboratory, is a state-of-the-art research facility located in Durand room 329. This lab is a collaboration amongst Aero/Astro Faculty: Prof. Somil Bansal, Prof. Grace Gao, Prof. Mykel Kochenderfer, Prof. Marco Pavone, and Prof. Mac Schwager. For Access please reach out to any of these faculty members.The facility features a universal motion platform designed for flight, helicopter, and driving simulations with full humans-in-the-loop testing capabilities. It enables the testing of next-generation systems, including AI-enhanced autonomy, advanced pilot interfaces, and human-machine interaction research. A look inside the lab: https://bit.ly/3LHQVN6
Stanford Intelligent Systems Laboratory (SISL)
The Stanford Intelligent Systems Laboratory (SISL) researches advanced algorithms and analytical methods for the design of robust decision making systems. Of particular interest are systems for air traffic control, unmanned aircraft, and other aerospace applications where decisions must be made in uncertain, dynamic environments while maintaining safety and efficiency. Research at SISL focuses on efficient computational methods for deriving optimal decision strategies from high-dimensional, probabilistic problem representations. Stanford Intelligent Systems Laboratory (SISL)
Stanford Safe and Intelligent Autonomy Lab (SIA)
The Safe and Intelligent Autonomy Lab (SIA) is part of the Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics at Stanford. We seek to design autonomous systems and robots that operate with guaranteed safety and performance in new and uncertain environments. The current focus of the lab is to ensure safety when these systems leverage machine learning and AI for decision-making and control. To achieve this, our research emphasizes developing fundamental frameworks and computational tools that integrate safety into every stage of the learning process.
Structures And Composites Laboratory (SACL)
Integrating sensing, computing, and energy storage, the Stuctures and Composites Lab (SACL) looks to pave the way to a future of intelligent multifunctional structural design. SACL is part of the Aeronautics & Astronautics Department at Stanford University. Structures And Composites Laboratory (SACL)
The Boeing Flight & Autonomy Laboratory
The Boeing Flight & Autonomy Laboratory is located in the basement of the Durand building. This is a shared experimental workspace in the Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics. The Boeing Flight & Autonomy Laboratory