The book offered to the reader is the first attempt, using foreign and domestic sources, outline in a systematic form the basic principles of organizing the technical and launch position of cosmodromes and the requirements for them, acquaint the reader with the composition of buildings and structures at the cosmodrome, the device of ground units and systems, show the variety and complexity of equipment necessary for assembly, preparation for launch and launch of rocket and space systems. The book also provides general information about the cosmodromes of the world and gives their brief characteristics.