Ishaan Bansal is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering with Engineering Honors Texas A&M University. He is also minoring in computer science and entrepreneurship and expects to graduate in December 2027. He is interested in dynamics, controls, and space systems, and is currently a member of the Avionics subteam on the Rocket Engine Design Team. His broader goals include integrating software and hardware to solve complex aerospace challenges, both in industry and through future entrepreneurial efforts.
After joining VSCL in Spring of 2025, he is working on applying imitation learning and reinforcement learning to autonomous flight systems, with a focus on real-time control and decision-making. He also contributes to ongoing hexacopter research, supporting navigation and control development. His work at the lab reflects his passion for autonomy, machine learning, and the future of intelligent aerospace systems.