Who We Are
CHA‑co SPACE accelerates innovation in climate and autonomous technologies by opening access to advanced testing environments, expert guidance, and cutting-edge research infrastructure.
We bridge the gap between academic labs and real-world application — providing the resources, expertise, and controlled conditions needed to validate and refine next-generation technologies. Our capabilities include environmental testing (rain, snow, temperature), object detection evaluation, sensor performance studies, and digital twin development for simulated environments.
Clients partner with us for both consultation and hands-on execution. Whether running experiments in our climatic facilities or collecting field data using our sensor-equipped test vehicles, our ecosystem enables faster, lower‑risk R&D cycles.By combining environmental simulation with real-world testing, we help technology teams validate, iterate, and scale with confidence — all while reducing the friction of traditional research and development.
Leadership
Dr. Roxana Pao — Director, CHA‑co SPACE
Dr. Roxana Pao leads CHA‑co SPACE with a multidisciplinary background in materials science, automotive engineering, and mechanical systems. Her career spans both academia and industry, combining fundamental research with applied development.
Recipient of multiple national and provincial scholarships and an Excellence in Leadership Award, Dr. Pao has guided projects ranging from small-scale experimental studies to full-scale precipitation system development and autonomous vehicle testing.
Her expertise lies at the crossroads of climatic aerodynamics, optical and material properties, and autonomous perception systems. She specializes in analyzing environmental effects on sensors and systems — including particle behavior, airflow dynamics, and perception under rain, snow, and fog.
Dr. Pao has authored more than 30 publications and is recognized for her mentorship and leadership in both academic and collaborative environments. At CHA‑co SPACE, she works directly with startups, labs, and industry teams to turn concepts into tested, validated prototypes — emphasizing collaboration, rapid iteration, and technical rigor.