The chapter introduces Dr. Wendy Akolo, an aerospace engineer at NASA Ames Research Center, and discusses her expertise in aeronautics. They explore the importance of aeronautics within NASA, the concept of system of systems in engineering, and the challenges of moving through different atmospheres.
How would flying on Mars be different? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comedian Matt Kirshen explore aeronautics, aerodynamics, airplanes and more with NASA aerospace engineer and author Wendy Okolo, PhD.
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