Docking and fusion processes

Docking and fusion are steps in how spacecraft or biological cells connect and combine. Docking is when two objects, like a spacecraft or cell, align and attach to each other through specialized ports or receptors. Fusion then occurs when their outer layers merge, allowing their contents to mix or pass through. In space missions, docking is preparing for transfer or servicing, while fusion is the final step to combine materials or transfer data. In biology, these processes facilitate the exchange of substances or genetic material between cells, playing key roles in cellular functions.