Space Day: Philippe Lugherini, Olivier Zarouati & Philippe Perrin

On October 17, on the occasion of Space Day, the ISAE-SUPAERO campus was delighted to welcome three authors, including two alumni, Philippe Lugherini and Olivier Zarouati, as well as an external member of our community, Philippe Perrin. These guests of honor presented their recent works, shared their passion for aerospace and answered questions from the students. An enriching opportunity for future engineers to exchange views with experts who have left their mark on the field.

Our three authors, who have followed influential careers in the space sector, hosted an inspiring round-table discussion on the new challenges of space conquest. Each of the speakers presented his or her book, offering unique perspectives on the evolution of the space field, recent innovations and the societal implications of this infinite adventure. The inquisitive and engaged students gained valuable insights into the evolution of the field, the geopolitical stakes and the scientific challenges ahead.

The discussions that followed the presentation of the books wereextremely rich, with students and alumni in attendance asking numerous questions, covering a wide range of subjects, from the authors' personal inspirations to concrete challenges encountered in the space sector. The speakers shared their experiences, illustrating how their career paths and achievements have helped enrich their vision of aerospace.

Following the round-table discussion, the three authors took the time to sign their books in a friendly, informal session. Students were able to talk to them on a more personal level, continuing the discussions initiated at the round table and obtaining signed copies of their books. This special moment strengthened the connection between the authors and the future engineers, creating a warm and inspiring atmosphere.

Space Day on October 17 demonstratedISAE-SUPAERO's commitment to offering stimulating and formative encounters. With exchanges as fascinating as they were rich in ideas, this round table certainly sowed seeds of inspiration in future engineers, ready to take up the challenges of the space field in their turn.

Thanks to our three speakers for their generosity and enthusiasm, and to the students for their active participation. Together, let's continue to explore and push back the frontiers of space knowledge!