Astronautics is the scientific and technological field concerned with the design, development, and operation of spacecraft and the exploration of space. It encompasses a wide range of disciplines including aerospace engineering, physics, and materials science, and involves the study and application of various technologies necessary for space travel and exploration. Astronautics includes the launching of spacecraft, the navigation and control of vehicles in space, and the safe return of these vehicles to Earth. The term is often associated with both human and robotic spaceflight, and it plays a crucial role in missions conducted by space agencies and private organizations focused on understanding and utilizing outer space.
### NASA Emphasizes the Importance of Microgravity Research At a recent summit organized by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, NASA's leadership underscored the critical role of…