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Sputnik 3 in orbit, 1958 C016 / 6375
Sputnik 3 in orbit, artwork. This small unmanned conical spacecraft carried scientific instruments to study the upper atmosphere, cosmic rays, and the Earths magnetic field. It was 3.57 metres long and 1.73 metres wide at the base. It was launched by a modified R-7 Semyorka missile on 15 May 1958. Its orbit decayed and it re-entered the atmosphere and disintegrated on 6 April 1960
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This print showcases the iconic Sputnik 3 in orbit, a remarkable artwork capturing a pivotal moment in space exploration history. The small unmanned conical spacecraft, measuring 3.57 meters long and 1.73 meters wide at the base, was launched into space on May 15th, 1958 by a modified R-7 Semyorka missile. Sputnik 3 carried an array of scientific instruments dedicated to studying various aspects of our planet and beyond. Its mission encompassed the study of the upper atmosphere, cosmic rays, and Earth's magnetic field. This pioneering satellite played a crucial role in advancing our understanding of these phenomena during its time in orbit. However, after faithfully serving its purpose for almost two years, Sputnik 3's journey came to an end on April 6th, 1960 when its orbit decayed and it re-entered Earth's atmosphere disintegrating along the way. The monochrome illustration beautifully captures this significant achievement with intricate detail and precision. It serves as a testament to the technological prowess exhibited by the Soviet Union during the early days of space exploration. As we reflect upon this historical milestone from the mid-20th century Space Race era, we are reminded of humanity's insatiable curiosity about our universe and our relentless pursuit of knowledge through scientific research and engineering marvels like Sputnik 3.
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