The Space Industry: Achievements, Development Trends, and Opinions

Space has been studied over extended periods. However, it remains an unexplored and mysterious field attracting much attention. A wealth of information about astronautics appears in the media (newspapers, magazines, television, news websites, etc.) and other public sources. Space exploration captivates not only scientists, but also ordinary people who are not directly involved in space exploration. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to find sources, materials, and websites in the public domain that will provide insight into the development of the space industry in different countries and increase interest in studying space exploration achievements. The study provides a brief overview of several scientific and non-scientific projects and materials that anyone on the planet can read and learn about the achievements of the space industry worldwide and in a specific country, choose a topic of interest to research, and even build a professional career in the space industry, etc. The study also contains students' opinions regarding the need for further space exploration by Russian specialists. Based on the results, conclusions have been made regarding the development potential of the space industry in the near future.