Venturi Astrolab, Inc.
Vivake Asnani has extensive experience in aerospace engineering, having worked for NASA and other organizations. Vivake began their career at NASA in 2004 as an Aerospace Technologist, where they led the Mars Spring Tire Project, responsible for designing wheels and tires for the Sample Fetch Rover. Vivake also served as a mobility subject matter expert, supporting the development of the Sample Fetch Rover mobility system. More recently, Vivake worked as a Terramechanics Subject Matter Expert at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory in 2018-2019. Vivake is currently a Principal Engineer at Venturi Astrolab, Inc., a position they started in October 2021.
Vivake Asnani attended The Ohio State University from 2000 to 2004 and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. Vivake then pursued a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering at the same university from 2004 to 2006.
Venturi Astrolab, Inc.
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Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity’s presence in the solar system. Headquartered in Hawthorne, California, we are an American-owned and American-operated small business. Our team has more than five decades of experience in terrestrial and planetary robotics, electric vehicles, human spaceflight, and human intelligence field operations. Our stellar team, strategic partnerships with cutting-edge companies and institutions combine with our world-class manufacturing, integration and test facility will enable the delivery of lunar and Mars mobility solutions at maximum reliability, flexibility and cost effectiveness. Having a strong, diverse, and inspired team is essential to accomplishing our bold mission. Employees are our biggest asset, and we are deeply committed to them and our values. At Astrolab we… Demonstrate and inspire trust. Interactions are direct, honest, and respectful. We are fair and transparent with what we do and why. Thrive in balance. Balance gives us perspective and keeps us motivated and inspired. We commit to rewarding work and a fulfilling personal life. Seek diverse perspectives. We ask questions, engage in productive debate and offer alternatives to ensure our solutions and products are robust and a reflection of our collective best. Move with purpose. Quality and reliability are accomplished through efficient ideation and iteration. We act with a sense of urgency and deliver what we promise, always with the big picture in mind. Make an impact. We intentionally move our community and industry into the future through our work, practices, and actions. Check out our website for current openings and help us drive the future of planetary exploration & development!