Astronautical Engineering
Astronautical Engineering encompasses the dynamic and cutting-edge fields of advanced science and space technology. Space engineers design, build and operate rockets and missiles, space launchers, communications and direct broadcasting satellites, space navigational systems, remote sensing and reconnaissance satellites, space vehicles for human spaceflight, and planetary probes.
There is no better academic major than Astronautical Engineering in which to obtain the education and to acquire the skills needed for space engineers.
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Parabolic Arc: Experts Say Urgent Action Required on Space Safety as Number of Satellites Soars and Orbital Debris Proliferates
David Barnhart was quoted in an article about recycling space debris
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When Will Space Flight Be As Safe as Air Flight?
USC Viterbi adjunct professor and rocket scientist, Michael Kezirian, makes a case for why advancing space safety measures advances space exploration.
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Published on February 23rd, 2017
Last updated on June 17th, 2022