Abdullah Alkhenani is a PhD student in the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics at Purdue University, specializing in Astrodynamics and Space Applications. He holds a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM). His current research focuses on optimizing spacecraft trajectories within the Jovian system using electrodynamic tether propulsion, utilizing indirect methods. Abdullah's interests also include spacecraft guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) systems, and formation flying.