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A.C. Charania, previously vp of product technique at plane automation companies supplier Dependable Robotics, has been appointed chief technologist at NASA.
He’ll work throughout the Workplace for Expertise, Coverage and Technique and advise NASA Administrator Invoice Nelson on issues associated to expertise innovation, coverage and funding, the company mentioned Monday.
Charania will succeed Bhavya Lal, NASA affiliate administrator for expertise, coverage and technique, who took on the duties of chief technologist on an appearing foundation.
“Expertise performs a significant function in each NASA mission. Ensuring that we’re pursuing one of the best coverage goals permits this company to proceed to function a worldwide chief in innovation,” Lal mentioned.
At Dependable Robotics, Charania led the corporate’s total company progress technique and partnerships with protection, civilian and industrial prospects.
He beforehand held management positions in technique and enterprise improvement at Blue Origin, Virgin Galactic and SpaceWorks Enterprises.
