# Data Sources

## NASA Budget Data

The budget figures in this task are **synthesized educational data** based on the structure and scale of NASA's actual budget allocations.

The data reflects realistic patterns and proportions inspired by:
- [NASA Official Budget Documents](https://www.nasa.gov/budgets-plans-and-reports/)
- [Budget of NASA - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Budget_of_NASA)
- [The Planetary Society NASA Budget Guide](https://www.planetary.org/space-policy/nasa-budget)

**Note**: These are not actual NASA budget figures. The values have been simplified and modified for use as a benchmark task. For official NASA budget data, consult nasa.gov directly.

## Directorate Structure

The mission directorates used (Science, Aeronautics, Space Technology, Exploration, Space Operations, STEM Engagement, Safety/Mission Services, Construction, Inspector General) reflect NASA's actual organizational structure during the FY2015-2024 period.