Shomik Chakravarty
About Shomik Chakravarty
Shomik Chakravarty Title
Shomik Chakravarty holds the position of Acting Vice President of Engineering (VPE) at Planet Labs. In this role, he oversees various engineering functions within the company, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and successful execution of projects.
Imaging Simulation Lead at Planet Labs
Shomik Chakravarty serves as the Imaging Simulation Lead at Planet Labs. His responsibilities include leading the team that works on imaging simulations, which is crucial for the accurate reconstruction of images of the earth from raw sensor data. This role is pivotal in ensuring that Planet Labs delivers precise and reliable geospatial information to its clients.
Built Astrodynamics Library for Space Satellite
Shomik Chakravarty was instrumental in building the astrodynamics library necessary for operating Planet Labs' first space satellite. This library is a core component for satellite operations, encompassing orbital mechanics, trajectory calculations, and other critical functions that ensure the satellite's successful deployment and continuous operation.
Team Leadership in Earth Imaging
Shomik Chakravarty leads a team dedicated to reconstructing images of the earth from raw sensor data. The team's work is vital in transforming raw data into usable images, which can then be analyzed for various applications ranging from environmental monitoring to urban planning.