More than 58 years have passed since Sputnik 1 became the first artificial satellite to orbit Earth. Launched by the Soviet Union on October 4, 1957, Sputnik 1 consisted of a 23-inch-diameter ...

Now commercial applications lead the space race. Most satellites are visible. Timing is everything. The most famous satellite, our moon, is visible as it traverses our sky. We see the lunar ...

By the year 2100, some parts of Earth orbit may have upwards of 66% less carrying capacity for satellites, according to a new ...

But have you ever wondered where the most famous satellites, probes, manned craft, and space stations end up once they've served their purpose? From museums here on Earth to infinity and beyond ...

Starlink satellites are visible from Earth, you just need to know when and where to look. The "Starlink satellite train" has become a captivating sight for skywatchers, offering a glimpse of the ...