Outline of space exploration

The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to space exploration.

Space exploration – use of astronomy and space technology to explore outer space.

[1] Physical exploration of space is conducted both by human spaceflights and by robotic spacecraft.

Space exploration Lunar (the Moon) Sun Mercury Venus Mars Outer Solar System Beyond the Solar System

Columbus Module at the International Space Station , launched into space on the U.S. Space Shuttle mission STS-122 in 2008.