JOURNAL ARTICLE

WORLD'S BIGGEST SPACE AGENCIES.

  • Published In: How It Works, 2025, n. 206. P. 74 1 of 3

  • Database: Science Reference Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: HARVEY, AILSA 3 of 3

Abstract

The article examines the contributions of various national space agencies to our understanding of the cosmos, highlighting their rivalries and collaborations. It details the founding and significant achievements of agencies such as NASA, which won the Space Race by landing humans on the Moon; Roscosmos, which launched the first human into space; and the China National Space Administration (CNSA), known for its lunar exploration. Other agencies discussed include the European Space Agency (ESA), which achieved the first comet landing, and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), recognized for its advancements in rocket technology. The article also mentions newer agencies like the United Arab Emirates Space Agency and the Korea Aerospace Administration, emphasizing the global nature of space exploration and cooperation. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:How It Works. 2025/09, Issue 206, p74
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Engineering
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2041-7322
  • Accession Number:187224165
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