NASA

NASA, which stands for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, is an independent agency of the United States federal government responsible for the nation’s civilian space program and for aeronautics and aerospace research. Established on July 29, 1958, NASA’s primary objective is to explore space, conduct scientific research, and develop new technologies related to aviation and space exploration. The agency launches and manages space missions, including crewed and uncrewed flights, satellite deployments, and robotic exploration of other planets. NASA has been instrumental in significant milestones such as the Apollo moon-landing missions, the Space Shuttle program, and the Mars rover missions, contributing to both scientific knowledge and technological advances in various fields.