Aerospace Engineering is a branch of engineering that focuses on the design, development, testing, and production of aircraft, spacecraft, and related systems and equipment. It is a highly specialized field that combines principles from mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, materials science, and physics to solve complex problems related to flight and space exploration.

Key Areas of Aerospace Engineering

Aerospace engineering is broadly divided into two main areas:

1. Aeronautical Engineering:

   • Focuses on the design and development of aircraft that operate within Earth's atmosphere.

   • Includes airplanes, helicopters, drones, and other flying vehicles.

   • Key areas: aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, and structural design.

2. Astronautical Engineering:

   • Focuses on the design and development of spacecraft and systems for space exploration.

   • Includes satellites, rockets, space probes, and space stations.

   • Key areas: orbital mechanics, space environment, propulsion systems, and spacecraft design.