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Dr. Bruce G. Cameron
Director, System Architecture Group
Senior Lecturer in System Design and Management
Faculty Director, Architecture and Systems Engineering Certificate
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
33-413
77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139
bcameron@mit.edu
(617) 253-8985
B.A.Sc., University of Toronto
M.S., Massachusetts Institute of Technology
M.S., Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bruce Cameron is the Director of the System Architecture Group at MIT. His research interests include technology strategy, system architecture, and the management of product platforms. Previously, Dr. Cameron ran the MIT Commonality study, a 30-firm investigation of platforming returns, which concluded that firms face systemic downward pressure on commonality, partially resulting from challenges capturing the costs of variety. Dr. Cameron has supervised over 50 graduate students, and has directed research projects for Amazon, BP, Sikorsky, Nokia, Caterpillar, AMGEN, Verizon, and NASA. Current research efforts include:
- Platform management in large R&D organizations
- System architecture of complex systems
- Switching costs and retention incentives in ride hailing firms
- Satellite mega-constellations in Lower Earth Orbit
Dr. Cameron teaches the System Architecture core class for the System Design and Management program, where he has taught over 1000 students. Dr. Cameron’s teaching in Sloan Executive Education was been tied for the highest rated Executive Education program at MIT for several years. Additionally, Dr. Cameron is the Faculty Director for MIT’s Architecture and System Engineering online certificate, which has taught over 11,000 participants.
Dr. Cameron is a co-founder of Technology Strategy Partners, a consultancy created to help firms to restructure product development organizations, build systems engineering functions, and identify new architectures. Dr. Cameron has led projects in Fortune 500 firms in high tech, medical devices, transportation, and consumer goods.
Previously, Dr. Cameron worked in high tech and banking, where he built advanced analytics for managing complex development programs. Earlier in his career, he was a system engineer at MDA Space Systems, and has built hardware in orbit. He is a past board member of the University of Toronto.
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Publications
[2021] | Model-Based System Architecting and Decision-Making , Chapter in Handbook of Model-Based Systems Engineering (Azad Madni, Norman Augustine, eds.), Springer, 2021. () [bib] |
[2018] | Stakeholders, issues, and the shaping of large engineering projects , Chapter in Public-Private Partnerships for Infrastructure Development (R. E. Levitt, W. R. Scott, M. J. Garvin, eds.), 2018. () [bib] |
[2016] | System Architecture: Strategy and Product Development for Complex Systems , Pearson, 2016. [bib] |
[2013] | Crafting Platform Strategy based on Anticipated Benefits and Costs , Chapter in Advances in Product Family and Product Platform Design - Methods & Applications (Timothy Simpson, Roger Jianxin Jiao, Zahed Siddique, Katja Hölttä-Otto, eds.), Springer, 2013. () [bib] |
[2024] | Mixed Integer Linear Programming for Ground Infrastructure and Inter-Satellite Link Design in Satellite Constellations (under review) , In IEEE Transactions on Vehicular Technology, 2024. () [bib] |
[2024] | Robust Beam-to-Satellite Routing Strategies for Megaconstellations , In IEEE Wireless Communications Letters, 2024. () [bib] |
[2024] | Flooding the Market: Comparing the Performance of Nine Broadband Megaconstellations , In IEEE Wireless Communications Letters, 2024. () [bib] |
[2024] | Avoiding Self-Interference in Megaconstellations through Cooperative Satellite Routing and Frequency Assignment , In Journal on Selected Areas in Communications, 2024. () [bib] |
[2024] | A Unified Resource Allocation Framework and Impact Evaluation for NGSO satellite constellations (under review) , In Acta Astronautica, 2024. [bib] |
[2024] | A scalable algorithm for User Grouping in LEO-MEO-HEO Hybrid Very High Throughput Satellite Constellations , In IEEE Transactions on Cognitive Communications and Networking, volume 10, 2024. () [bib] |
[2024] | Powering Through the Turn: Finding Time for Concept Exploration Before Industry Stagnation , In Engineering Management Journal, 2024. () [bib] |
[2024] | Is Demand for EVs Slowing? Transition Pathways in the US Electric Vehicle Market , In Working Paper, 2024. () [bib] |
[2024] | Assessing changes in reliability methods over time: an unsupervised text mining approach , In Quality and Reliability Engineering International, 2024. (DOI: 10.1002/qre.3596, ) [bib] |
[2023] | Single-Pilot Aircraft in Commercial Air Transport Operations: A Comparison of Potential Architectures , In Journal of Air Transportation, 2023. () [bib] |
[2022] | Customer Loyalty in Two Sided Markets : Rider Multihoming in the United States Rideshare Market , In Research in Transportation Business and Management, 2022. () [bib] |
[2022] | Contract Structures for SatCom: How will Competition from LEO Mega Constellations Change How Communications Services Are Purchased? , In New Space, 2022. () [bib] |
[2022] | Frequency Plan Design for Multibeam Satellite Constellations Using Linear Programming , In IEEE Transactions on Wireless Communications, 2022. () [bib] |
[2022] | Architectural Decisions for Communications Satellite Constellations to Maintain Profitability While Serving Uncovered and Underserved Communities , In International Journal of Satellite Communications and Networking, Wiley Online Library, 2022. () [bib] |
[2021] | So Many Beams, So Little Time: Revenue Management in the Next Generation of Flexible Communication Satellites , In Acta Astronautica, Elsevier, 2021. () [bib] |
[2021] | Connecting the Other Half: Exploring Options for the 50% of the Population Unconnected to the Internet , In Telecommunications Policy, volume 45, 2021. () [bib] |
[2020] | Static beam placement and frequency plan algorithms for LEO constellations , In International Journal of Satellite Communications and Networking, 2020. () [bib] |
[2019] | Commonality opportunity search in industrial product portfolios , In International Journal of Technology Management, 2019. [bib] |
[2019] | A technical comparison of three low earth orbit satellite constellation systems to provide global broadband , In Acta Astronautica, Elsevier, 2019. () [bib] |
[2018] | Architectural decisions in commercial aircraft from the DC3 to the 787 , In Journal of Aircraft (https://doi.org/10.2514/1.C034130), volume 55, 2018. () [bib] |
[2018] | A model for understanding and managing cost growth on joint programs , In Acta Astronautica, Elsevier, volume 152, 2018. () [bib] |
[2018] | Model-Based Systems Engineering Uptake in Engineering Practice , In IEEE Transactions in Engineering Management, 2018. () [bib] |
[2018] | Intellectual Property and Architecture; New Research on How to Avoid Getting Locked In. , In Defense Acquisition Research Journal, 2018. () [bib] |
[2017] | Influence of Technology Trends on Future Aircraft Architecture , In Journal of Aircraft, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, volume 54, 2017. () [bib] |
[2017] | Tradespace exploration of in-space communications network architectures , In Technology Analysis & Strategic Management, Taylor & Francis, volume 29, 2017. () [bib] |
[2017] | Management Levers for Product Platforms , In Engineering Management Journal, volume 29, 2017. () [bib] |
[2017] | Informing Policy through Quantification of the Intellectual Property Lock-in Associated with DoD Acquisition , In Defense Acquisition Research Journal, volume 24, 2017. () [bib] [doi] |
[2016] | Patterns in System Architecture Decisions , In Systems Engineering, 2016. () [bib] [pdf] [doi] |
[2016] | Architecting Information Security Services for Federated Satellite Systems , In Journal of Aerospace Information Systems, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, 2016. () [bib] |
[2016] | Approximation Methods for Estimating the Availability of Optical Ground Networks , In Journal of Optical Communications and Networking, Optical Society of America, volume 8, 2016. () [bib] |
[2015] | Integrated tradespace analysis of space network architectures , In Journal of Aerospace Information Systems, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, volume 12, 2015. () [bib] |
[2015] | A Framework for Studying Cost Growth on Complex Acquisition Programs , In Systems Engineering, Wiley Online Library, volume 18, 2015. () [bib] |
[2015] | Communications Satellites: Time Expanded Graph Exploration of a Tradespace of Architectures , In Acta Astronautica, volume 115, 2015. () [bib] |
[2015] | Technology Portfolio Planning by Weighted Graph Analysis of System Architectures , In System Engineering, volume 18, 2015. () [bib] |
[2014] | A Rule-Based Method for Scalable and Traceable Evaluation of System Architectures , In Research in Engineering Design, volume 25, 2014. () [bib] |
[2014] | Rule-based System Architecting of Earth Observing Systems: The Earth Science Decadal Survey , In Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, volume 51, 2014. () [bib] |
[2014] | Technology Decisions Under Architectural Uncertainty: Informing Investment Decisions Through Tradespace Exploration , In Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, volume 51, 2014. () [bib] |
[2012] | Program Goals for the NASA/NOAA Earth Observation Program Derived from a Stakeholder Value Network Analysis , In Space Policy, volume 28, 2012. () [bib] |
[2012] | Divergence and Lifecycle Offsets in Product Families with Commonality , In Journal of Systems Engineering, volume 15, 2012. (doi: 10.1002/sys.21223, ) [bib] |
[2011] | Strategic Decisions in Complex Stakeholder Environments: A Theory of Generalized Exchange , In Engineering Management Journal, volume 23, 2011. () [bib] |
[2011] | Goals for space exploration based on stakeholder value network considerations , In Acta Astronautica, volume 68, 2011. (doi: 10.1016/j.actaastro.2010.11.003, ) [bib] |
[2008] | Value flow mapping: Using networks to inform stakeholder analysis , In Acta Astronautica, volume 62, 2008. (doi: 10.1016/j.actaastro.2007.10.001, ) [bib] |
[2024] | Satellite Routing for mobile users under uncertainty in High Throughput constellations , In IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2024. () [bib] |
[2022] | Beam-to-Satellite Scheduling for High Throughput Satellite Constellations Using Particle Swarm Optimization , In IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2022. () [bib] |
[2022] | Towards Autonomous Satellite Communications: An AI-based Framework to Address System-level Challenges , In International Astronautical Congress, 2022. () [bib] |
[2022] | Towards Autonomous Satellite Communications: An AI-based Framework to Address System-level Challenges , In AI to Accelerate Science and Engineering Workshop at AAAI Conference on Artificial Intelligence 2022, 2022. () [bib] |
[2022] | Winning the Internet: A tool for simulating the competitive strategies of satellite-based internet providers , In International Astronautical Congress, 2022. () [bib] |
[2022] | Dynamic Frequency Assignment for Mobile Users in Multibeam Satellite Constellations , In International Astronautical Congress, 2022. () [bib] |
[2022] | Dynamic resource management algorithm reconfiguration for multibeam satellite constellations , In 2022 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2022. () [bib] |
[2021] | A Genetic Algorithm for Beam Placement in High-Throughput Satellite Constellations , In IEEE Cognitive Communications for Aerospace Applications Workshop, 2021. () [bib] |
[2021] | An Updated Comparison of Four Low Earth Orbit Satellite Constellation Systems to Provide Global Broadband , In IEEE International Workshop on Satellite Mega-Constellations in the 6G Era, 2021. () [bib] |
[2021] | Evaluating the progress of Deep Reinforcement Learning in the real world: aligning domain-agnostic and domain-specific research , In Reinforcement Learning for Real Life Workshop at 2021 International Conference on Machine Learning, 2021. () [bib] |
[2021] | Integrating LSTMs and GNNs for COVID-19 Forecasting , In Time Series Workshop at 2021 International Conference on Machine Learning, 2021. () [bib] |
[2021] | Applicability and Challenges of Deep Reinforcement Learning for Satellite Frequency Plan Design , In 2021 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2021. () [bib] |
[2021] | Forecasting Internet Demand in a Satellite Communication Network Using Transfer Learning , In ASCEND 2021, 2021. () [bib] |
[2020] | Allocating Power and Bandwidth in Multibeam Satellite Systems using Particle Swarm Optimization , In 2020 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2020. () [bib] |
[2020] | Tradespace Exploration of Space Settlement Architectures -- Using Long-term Cost and Benefit Metrics , In 2020 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2020. () [bib] |
[2020] | Impact of the Lunar Gateway Location on the Human Landing System in case of Permanent Base at the Lunar South Pole , In International Astronautical Congress, 2020. () [bib] |
[2020] | Revenue Management for Communication Satellite Operators -- Opportunities and Challenges , In 2020 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2020. () [bib] |
[2020] | Artificial Intelligence Algorithms for Power Allocation in High Throughput Satellites: A Comparison , In 2020 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2020. () [bib] |
[2020] | Quantifying the Impact of Cryo-Management, ISRU, and Fuel Cell Lunar Technology Infusion to a Notional Mars LOX/LH2 Architecture , In 2020 IAC Conference, 2020. () [bib] |
[2020] | Benchmarking of Crewed Lunar and Mars Mission Architectures , In 2020 IAAA Ascend, 2020. () [bib] |
[2019] | A Genetic Algorithm for Joint Power and Bandwidth Allocation in Multibeam Satellite Systems , In 2019 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2019. () [bib] |
[2019] | Problem representation of dynamic resource allocation for flexible high throughput satellites , In 2019 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2019. () [bib] |
[2019] | Deep Reinforcement Learning Architecture for Continuous Power Allocation in High Throughput Satellites , In Reinforcement Learning for Real Life Workshop at 2019 International Conference on Machine Learning, 2019. () [bib] |
[2019] | Deep Reinforcement Learning for Continuous Power Allocation in Flexible High Throughput Satellites , In 2019 IEEE Cognitive Communications for Aerospace Applications Workshop, 2019. () [bib] |
[2018] | System Architecture for Tracking Passengers inside an Airport Terminal Using RFID , In 2018 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2018. () [bib] |
[2018] | A Technical Comparison of Three Low Earth Orbit Satellite Constellation Systems to Provide Global Broadband , In 2018 International Aeronautical Conference, 2018. () [bib] |
[2018] | Ground segment architectures for large LEO constellations with feeder links in EHF-bands , In 2018 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2018. () [bib] |
[2017] | Performance Characterization of a Multiplexed Space-to-Ground Optical Network , In 2017 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2017. () [bib] |
[2017] | Uncertainty quantification of network availability for networks of optical ground stations , In Free-Space Laser Communication and Atmospheric Propagation XXIX, volume 10096, 2017. () [bib] |
[2017] | Optimal Location of Optical Ground Stations to Serve LEO Spacecraft , In 2017 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2017. () [bib] |
[2016] | Assessing the Impact of Real-time Communication Services on the Space Network Ground Segment , In 2016 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2016. () [bib] |
[2016] | Architecting the Ground Segment of an Optical Space Communication Network , In 2016 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2016. () [bib] |
[2016] | Architecting Out Software Intellectual Property Lock-In: A Method to Advance the Efficacy of BBP , In Proceedings of the Thirteenth Annual Acquisition Research Symposium, 2016. () [bib] |
[2015] | Architecting Space Communication Networks under Mission Demand Uncertainty , In 2015 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2015. () [bib] |
[2014] | Results of the MIT Space Communication and Navigation Architecture Study , In 2014 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2014. () [bib] |
[2014] | Exploring the Trade-offs of Aggregated versus Disaggregated Architectures for Environmental Monitoring in Low-Earth Orbit , In AIAA Space, 2014. () [bib] |
[2014] | The Cost Impacts of Jointness: Insights from the NPOESS Program , In AFCEA Acquisition Research Symposium, 2014. () [bib] |
[2014] | In-Space Transportation Infrastructure Architecture Decisions Using a Weighted Graph Approach , In 2014 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2014. () [bib] |
[2013] | Exploring the Architectural Trade Space of NASAs Space Communication and Navigation Program , In 2013 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2013. () [bib] |
[2013] | The Modeling and Evaluation of Interplanetary Manned Missions Using System Architecting Techniques , In 2013 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2013. () [bib] |
[2013] | The Impact of Technical Complexity on the Decision to Collaborate and Combine , In 2013 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2013. () [bib] |
[2012] | Tradespace Exploration Approach For Architectural Definition Of In-Space Transportation Infrastructure Systems For Future Human Space Exploration , In International Astronautical Congress, 2012. () [bib] |
[2012] | Understanding the Impacts of Indirect Stakeholder Relationships - Stakeholder Value Network Analysis and Its Application to Large Engineering Projects , In The Strategic Management Society (SMS) 32nd Annual International Conference, 2012. () [bib] |
[2012] | Costing Commonality: Investigating the Impact of Platform Divergence , In 2012 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2012. () [bib] |
[2011] | Incentivizing Commonality: An Evaluation of the Benefit and Cost Impact of Platforming Strategies , In 2011 IEEE Aerospace Conference, 2011. () [bib] |
[2010] | Divergence in platform commonality: examination of potential cost implications , In Design 2010, 2010. () [bib] |
[2006] | Value Based Architecture Selection , In AIAA 57th International Astronautical Congress, 2006. () [bib] |
[2011] | Costing Commonality: Evaluating the Impact of Platform Divergence on Internal Investment Returns , PhD thesis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Engineering Systems Division, 2011. () [bib] |
[2007] | Value Network Modeling: A Quantitative Method for Comparing Benefit Across Exploration Architectures , Master's thesis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics and Technology Policy Program, 2007. () [bib] |