AEROSPACE ENGINEERING IN THE COORDINATES OF ART: MODERNISM AND POSTMODERNISM

Abstract

This article is dedicated to examining the problem within the philosophy of culture that foregrounds the dimension of aerospace engineering through the artistic coordinates of modernism and postmodernism. This unconventional perspective on the aerospace domain offers a rich palette for understanding its ontology. The analysis of how various art forms have influenced the development of aerospace endeavors is skillfully interwoven with an exploration of the ways in which art has been transformed by aerospace advancements. Aerospace themes have always captivated the artistic and cultural imagination. From the earliest dreams of reaching the stars to contemporary space missions, the cosmos has consistently inspired humanity and served as a wellspring of artistic creativity. Aerospace engineering has undergone exceptionally rapid development over the past century, emerging as one of humanity’s most knowledge-intensive fields. The pace of technological advancement and the complexity of this domain have resulted in a highly specialized community of experts whose achievements are often not fully comprehended by the broader public. It is within the art space that the significance and uniqueness of this field can be more vividly communicated to society. The article presents an analysis of the functional features of the artistic space of aerospace, substantiating its mission. Firstly, art acts as a mediator between society and the aerospace community, presenting contemporary technical and technological trends. Secondly, the art industry propagates the ideas of future aerospace developments, helping to mitigate societal misunderstandings and foster positive expectations. Art becomes an ambassador for aerospace engineering through the works of artists, writers, filmmakers, musicians, and others. The article examines how aerospace themes have been reflected in the art of modernism and postmodernism, tracing the evolution of humanity’s imagination about the universe and our place within it, and exploring how space exploration has influenced the development of new genres and styles in creative expression. A historical and cultural retrospective highlights the most notable instances within the art sphere dedicated to aerospace engineering. Modernism served as the initial artistic space for the aviation theme, drawing inspiration from it and becoming one of its primary popularizers. Postmodernism, by contrast, unfolded during the space age, addressing issues of safety, ecology, feasibility, and future prospects.