What is Aerospace: Definition and 539 Discussions

Aerospace is a term used to collectively refer to the atmosphere and outer space. Aerospace activity is very diverse, with a multitude of commercial, industrial and military applications. Aerospace engineering consists of aeronautics and astronautics. Aerospace organizations research, design, manufacture, operate, or maintain aircraft and spacecraft.
The beginning of space and the ending of the air is considered as 100 km (62 mi) above the ground according to the physical explanation that the air pressure is too low for a lifting body to generate meaningful lift force without exceeding orbital velocity.

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    Aerospace Engineering and Computer Science

    Hey everyone, I am going to be starting my Junior year in Aerospace engineering this fall. I am hoping to focus on the space applications of Aero, more specificly propulsion systems. :biggrin: I enjoy most of the topics involved, but a part of me is still drawn to Computer science. My freshman...
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    Schools Grad school choice for master of aerospace engineering

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    Schools Any Thoughts on Aerospace Engineering Universities

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    Which is better place to study for aerospace engineering france or USA?

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    Programs A double major in Aerospace Engineering & Physics?

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    Aerospace Engineering program at Texas A&M

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    Aerospace Engineer: A Typical Day

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    Schools Top 10 Universities for Aerospace Engineering in the world

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    Aerospace vs mechanical engineering

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    Engineering Looking for a career in Aerospace Engineering

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    Difference between aeronautical engineering and aerospace engineeering

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    Schools About M.S in AEROSPACE ENGINEERING which grad school

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    Which graduate school should I go to for Aerospace Engineering?

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    Engineering Career advice sought: Aerospace engineering or physics.

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    Question about Aerospace Engineering

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    Schools Pursuing a Masters in Aerospace Eng with an EE Background?

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    Programs Aerospace eng. considering a Double Major? Minor?

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    Are aero engineering and Aerospace engineering the same?

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    Aerospace Engineeering Experiments

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    Aerospace Engineeering Assignment

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    Aerospace: Physics or Mechanical Engineering

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    Best books for students of aerospace?

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    Exploring Space: MSc in Physics or Aerospace?

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    Programs A good book for degree level aerospace

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    Programs Aerospace Engineering Degree and extra

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