Sputnik 1 (/ ˈspʌtnɪk, ˈspʊtnɪk /, Russian: Спутник-1, Satellite 1), often referred to as simply Sputnik, was the first artificial Earth satellite. It was launched into an elliptical low Earth orbit by …

Nov 24, 2025 · Sputnik, a series of three Soviet artificial satellites. Sputnik 1 (launched October 4, 1957) was the first artificial satellite and the beginning of the ‘space race’ between the U.S. …

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While the Sputnik launch was a single event, it marked the start of the space age and the U.S.-U.S.S.R space race.

The Soviet Union launched the world's first artificial satellite aboard an R-7 intercontinental ballistic missile on October 4, 1957. Called Sputnik...

Jan 17, 2024 · Sputnik, which means “satellite” or “companion” in Russian, was a historic milestone in the field of space exploration. Launched by the Soviet Union on October 4, 1957, …

Sep 22, 2025 · Sputnik, which means “satellite” in Russian, was the world’s first artificial satellite. Launched by the Soviet Union on October 4, 1957, Sputnik marked the beginning of the space …

Explore Sputnik 1, the world's first artificial satellite that ignited the space age. Learn about its historic mission, design, and impact.

On October 4, 1957, the Soviet Union made history by sending the first artificial satellite into outer space. At the height of the Cold War, this move caused heightened tensions throughout the …

On October 4, 1957, the Soviet Union launched the earth’s first artificial satellite, Sputnik-1. The successful launch came as a shock to experts and citizens in the United States, who had …