Jose Antonio Carballo López holds a PhD in Computer Science, a Master's in Solar Energy, and a Master's in Distributed Renewable Energy. He began his career as a project engineer at the Advanced Technological Center for Renewable Energies (CTAER) and later worked globally for GranSolar on photovoltaic plant design, operation, and maintenance. After completing his PhD with honors at the University of Almería, he joined the German Aerospace Center (DLR) as a research scientist. Currently a postdoctoral researcher at the Plataforma Solar de Almería (PSA), Carballo specializes in the modeling, optimization, and control of solar energy systems. His contributions include developing optical modeling methodologies for solar energy concentration systems and pioneering the world’s first intelligent heliostat. He has applied AI techniques to enhance solar tracking, predict solar radiation, and optimize energy systems, including microgrids and solar desalination plants. Carballo also works on drone-based maintenance systems and collaborates with leading companies and research institutions like DLR, Volateq, and GranSolar. Throughout his career, he has published extensively, filed multiple patents, and led several international projects aimed at advancing solar technology.