artificial satellites

Examines the development and use of man-made satellites beginning with the launching of the Soviet Union's Sputnik in 1957.

Text and color photos introduce young readers to satellites, explaining how they work; describing various types of satellites, the first satellite, and what happens when satellites fall; and providing a glossary and an annotated list of further resources.

Traces the history of artificial satellites from the launching of Sputnik to the present day and discusses how these satellites have aided advances in communication, weather forecasting, scientific experiments and generally changed the way we live.

Surveys developments in manned and unmanned space exploration, from the launch of the Sputnik satellite in 1957 to space probes such as Pioneer and Voyager to possible future missions to the stars.

Briefly discusses different types on man-made satellites, how they work, and their usefulness.

Describes the wide array of different types of satellites that have been placed in orbit since the launching of Sputnik I in 1957 and the varied functions they perform, from communications and weather forecasting to astronomy and spy tasks.

Simple answers to children's questions about artificial satellites.

Explores the development and applications of military and civilian satellites designed to observe the earth and send back information about land and inland water areas, vegetation and crops, violent storms and dangerous weather, and nuclear activities.

Describes the development and deployment of man-made satellites and surveys their many varied uses--past, present, and future.