Space Vehicle Design & Structures is a field of study that focuses on the design and construction of spacecraft and space vehicles, including rockets, satellites, and manned spacecraft. This field is critical to enabling space exploration and has applications in a wide range of industries, from satellite communication and weather forecasting to national security and space tourism. Space Vehicle Design & Structures research involves the use of advanced materials, such as composites and ceramics, as well as innovative design techniques to develop lightweight and robust structures that can withstand the harsh conditions of space travel.