From Past To The Futures

Pictures : Satellites on space Satellites, the silent sentinels orbiting our planet, have transformed the way we communicate, navigate, and understand our world. The journey from early satellite prototypes to the sophisticated systems in use today is a story of technological ingenuity and relentless innovation. This article explores the evolution of satellite prototypes, highlighting key milestones and advancements that have shaped modern satellite operations. Pictures : Satellite Illustration on space 1.     Early Prototypes: The Dawn of the Space Age ü   Sputnik 1: The First Artificial Satellite The space age began on October 4, 1957, with the launch of Sputnik 1 by the Soviet Union. This basketball-sized satellite was the first artificial object to orbit the Earth, marking a significant achievement in space exploration. Sputnik 1 transmitted radio pulses back to Earth, providing valuable data on the density of the upper atmosphere and the behaviour of radio signals in the