Research Interests

OSpace (Optical Wireless and Future Space Technologies)

The growing demand for high-speed data transmission and increasing congestion in the conventional wireless spectrum are driving strong research interest in optical wireless communications. Our work focuses on free-space optics (FSO) that enables high-speed, secure data transmission over long distances and supports quantum communications. Despite their potential, FSO systems face several challenges, including atmospheric effects, link blockage, and the need for precise beam alignment. To address these issues, we are developing intelligent techniques to enhance system reliability. Beyond FSO, we are also exploring innovative space technologies, such as AI-enabled Earth observation, satellite constellations, and space-based quantum networks.

Research topics

• Optical Beam Control

• Optical Beam Pointing, Acquisition, and Tracking 

• Optical Wireless Channel Modeling and Simulation

• Mitigation of Optical Wireless Channel Impairments

• AI-Enabled Earth Observation

• Satellite Constellation Networks

• Space-Based Quantum Networks

Members

1. Vuong Mai, Founder & Group Lead

2. Nighat Sultana, PhD Student

3. Aftab Hussain, PhD Student

4. Thong Tran, PhD Student

5. Humaira Amjad, PhD Student

6. Jack Sutton, MSc Student

7. Finan Weldemikael, MSc Graduate, 2025

8. Anthony Emuze,  MSc Graduate, 2024

9. Sethma Bandara, MSc Graduate, 2024

For Prospective Members

For those interested in joining our group, please contact Dr Vuong Mai (v.mai@bradford.ac.uk). He can provide more information about our research and the application procedure.

PhD Projects

• Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Free-Space Optics for Future Advanced Satellite Communications

• Advancing Earth Observation with Artificial Intelligence

• Advanced Networking Techniques for Quantum Space-Aerial-Terrestrial Integrated Networks

Research Sponsors