Yvonne Brill died on March 27, 2013, at the age of 88 in Princeton, New Jersey, due to complications from breast cancer. Her death marked the end of a distinguished career in rocket science and engineering, leaving behind a legacy of innovation and inspiration for women in STEM fields.

Apollo 11 landed on the moon. While Yvonne Brill was not directly involved in the Apollo program, the success of this event highlights the era of space exploration during which she made many of her key contributions to rocket propulsion and satellite technology.