3D-printed rocket engine built by USC students succeeds in first test fire
Their experience with this smaller engine will help Trojans prepare for another launch this spring.
Southern California Aerospace Innovation Has Trojan Flair
USC alumni and researchers build on the region’s legacy in aerospace and aviation to push the next generation of spaceflight
A fascination with flight leads USC graduate Conor Cimo to the space industry
The rocketeer, researcher and environmentalist believes that advances in sustainability can be adapted from technologies developed for space exploration.
Two-time NASA intern aims for the stars
USC Viterbi student helps work on trajectories for proposed space missions.
Dad’s mysterious past inspires his daughter’s future — in engineering and beyond
While trying to figure out her late father’s “dangerous secrets,” new graduate Betty Stearns discovered a world of endless possibilities.
Record-breaking flight: USC students’ rocket shoots up, up and away
At 144,000 feet, it’s believed to be the highest altitude achieved worldwide for a vehicle designed and manufactured by students.
Engineering alum helps USC aeronautics team reach new heights
Adviser Wyatt Sadler is confident that USC Viterbi’s AeroDesign Team will be ready for this year’s remote-controlled model airplane competition in Arizona.
USC Viterbi students find a common thread between two tragic flights
The undergrads receive an award for a paper on aviation safety.
A Trojan’s view from space: Q&A with astronaut Carlos Noriega
He spent more than 500 hours in space, craving potato chips — but his priorities are down-to-earth: sharing the importance of a STEM education.
Podcast highlights scientist’s journey from behind the Iron Curtain to the frontiers of space
Bogdan Marcu shares his amazing story — one that involves another USC alum in a key role — on the latest episode of USC Viterbi’s “Escape Velocity.”
New 3D printing process could lead to construction on Mars and the moon
USC Viterbi professor’s invention uses lunar and Martian dust to develop material for a zero-gravity environment.
USC trustee to advise Oval Office on science and technology issues
Wanda Austin joins a council that makes recommendations for presidential priorities in STEM education.