Orbit Collection (#34)

Satellite launch sequence diagram. This sequence shows a telecommunications satellite being launched from the equator into geostationary orbit (yellow circle)

Earth and the Moon from space
It is said that the Moon has a great influences not only on human beings - on plants, on animals, especially birds. We can watch the phases of the Moon without a telescope

Von Brauns Mars Project, 1952
This classic on space travel was first published in 1953, when interplanetary space flight was considered science fiction by most of those who considered it at all

In-orbit medical report. Medical report used in the Soviet space programme: first in 1976 by cosmonaut Vyacheslav Zudov on the Soyuz 23 mission

Solar system, 18th century engraving
Solar System. Engraved plate form the 18th century depicting the Solar System. At the centre is the Sun, with the terrestrial planets (Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars) close by

Russian Molniya1 communications satellite
Molniya 1 communications satellite. A Molniya-1 military communications satellite seen during assembly. Molniya-1 was the first attempt by the Soviet Union to provide satellite-based communications

Rocket carrying Indias first satellite
Indias first satellite. The nose of the launcher rocket carrying Aryabhata, Indias first satellite. Aryabhata was a 1.4 metre diameter satellite

TSS-1 tethered satellite, artwork
TSS-1 tethered satellite. Artwork showing the tethered satellite system (TSS-1) deployed from the Space Shuttle Atlantis during mission STS-46 in 1992

Alien gas giant planet, artwork
Alien gas giant planet. Artwork of a view from above a moon orbiting an alien gas giant planet (upper centre) that is orbiting very close to its parent star

Earthlike alien planet, artwork
Earthlike alien planet. Artwork of the view from above the surface of a moon orbiting an Earthlike alien planet (upper right)

Earthlike planet in Orion Nebula, artwork. A small moon is at upper left, and the surface of another moon is at lower left

Molniya launcher on launch pad
Molniya launcher. View across trees toward a Molniya launcher on its pad at the Plesetsk cosmodrome, Russia. Molniya launchers are made by combining a Soyuz first

Molniya military communication satellite
Molniya 1 communications satellite. Artwork depicting a Molniya-1 military communications satellite in its orbital configuration

Earthlike moons of a gas giant, artwork
Earthlike moons of a gas giant. Artwork of three Earthlike moons (one at upper right, two more at lower left) orbiting an alien gas giant planet

Lithium, atomic model. Lithium has three neutrons (white) and three protons (pink) in its nucleus (centre). The atom also has three electron (blue) orbiting the nucleus

Deuterium, atomic model
Deuterium. Atomic model of deuterium, also known as heavy hydrogen, an isotope of hydrogen. Isotopes are forms of an element that contain different numbers of neutrons in the atomic nucleus (centre)

Earth and Moon space-time warp, artwork
Earth and Moon space-time warp. Artwork of the Earth (lower left) and the Moon (upper right) on a grid representing space-time

Gherman Titov, Soviet postcard. Soviet cosmonaut Gherman Titov (1935-2000) was the second person to orbit the Earth. Launched in the Vostok 2 spacecraft

Sunset from Earth orbit, seen from the International Space Station (ISS). The glow of the setting Sun is lighting up the atmosphere (blue)

Gagarins orbit in Vostok 1, 1961
Gagarins orbit in Vostok 1. Orbital flightpath (red, on a map of the Earth) of the Vostok 1 spacecraft (upper left, call sign KEDR) that carried Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin (1934-1968)

Galileo navigation satellite, artwork
Galileo navigation satellites. Artwork of navigation satellites for the European Galileo satellite navigation network in orbit about the Earth

Gagarins return to Earth, 1961
Yuri Alekseyevich 9 March 1934 Ôé¼" 27 March 1968), Hero of the Soviet Union, was a Soviet cosmonaut. On 12 April 1961, he became the first human in outer space and the first to orbit the Earth

Cataclysmic binary stars, artwork
Cataclysmic binary stars. Computer artwork of a red dwarf (large) orbiting around a white dwarf (small). The white dwarfs powerful gravitational force is pulling atmospheric matter away from the red

Distribution of space debris over time. Computer artwork showing how the distribution of space debirs has developed over time

Space plane in Earth orbit. Space planes are a future type of spacecraft, designed to ascend to and descend from Earth orbit on wings, with rockets used in the final stages

International Space Station, 2011

Comet approaching the Sun. From the distant reaches of the solar system, a comet (left) approaches the Sun (upper centre)

Precision timing, conceptual artwork
Precision timing. Conceptual artwork of a satellite, train and aeroplane round the edges of an analogue clock with a digital time display accurate to several decimal places

Total lunar eclipse, artwork
Total lunar eclipse, computer artwork. A lunar eclipse occurs as the Moon (far right) passes into the shadow of the Earth (centre), meaning that the light from the Sun (left) cannot reach it

SpaceShipOne, artwork
SpaceShipOne. Computer artwork of the privately-funded SpaceShipOne craft orbiting the Earth with its mothership, White Knight, below. SpaceShipOne was designed by the US company Scaled Composites

HD 15082 b exoplanet, artwork. This planets parent star HD 15082 (upper right), also known as Wasp 33, is some 378 light years from Earth in the constellation of Andromeda

Mission to Mars, artwork
Mission to Mars. Computer artwork of a manned Orion crew exploration vehicle (lower left) approaching its mission rocket in orbit around Earth

Phases of Venus, 19th-century diagram

Upsilon Andromedae planetary system
In 1999 the scientists Marcy, Butler and Fischer announced the detection of the first planetary system around a normal star beyond our Sun

Solar eclipse geometry, artwork
Solar eclipse geometry, computer artwork. Solar eclipses occur when the Moon passes across the Sun as seen from the Earth

Moonrise over Earth
Moon rise over the Earth horizon

Extrasolar super-Earth, artwork
Extrasolar super-Earth, computer artwork. View across the surface of the super-Earth planet Gliese 1214b (GJ 1214b) towards its host star GJ 1214 on the horizon

Exoplanet COROT-7b, artwork
Planet from hell Corot-7b. As one can tell from this artists rendition, Corot-7b is about the last planet any spacefarer would want to visit

Soviet monument to Gagarins landing site
Soviet monument marking the landing site of the first manned spaceflight by Yuri Gagarin. Gagarins flight of 12th April 1961 lasted 108 minutes

Gagarins landing, commemorative plate
Gagarins landing. Commemorative plate marking the landing site of the first manned spaceflight by Yuri Gagarin. Gagarins flight of 12th April 1961 lasted 108 minutes

Alien planetary system, artwork
51 Pegasi and new planet class Hot Jupiter. These gaseous and liquid hydrogen planets orbit precariously close and fast their stars, only some million kilometers

Geocentric system of Fracastronius
Fracastronius cosmology. Diagram showing the layout of the universe as propounded by Giovanni Fracastronius (1478-1553), the Italian scholar. This is a staunchly geocentric universe

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"Exploring the Vastness of Orbit: A Journey through Space and Time" The Solar System Planets: Witness the mesmerizing dance of celestial bodies as they gracefully orbit around our radiant Sun. International Space Station, 2008: Behold a marvel of human ingenuity, floating effortlessly in Earth's orbit, serving as a symbol of international cooperation and scientific exploration. Jupiter from Europa, Artwork: Immerse yourself in an artist's rendition of Jupiter's majestic presence as seen from its moon Europa – a breathtaking view that sparks wonder and curiosity. Epicycles of Mercury and Venus, 1823 C017 / 8061: Delve into the intricate paths traced by Mercury and Venus throughout history – unraveling ancient astronomers' attempts to understand their complex orbital patterns. Skylab in Orbit above Earth at the End of Its Mission, 1974: Marvel at NASA's pioneering space station – Skylab – suspended high above our planet during its final moments before reentry, leaving behind an indelible mark on space exploration history. Cassini spacecraft Orbiting Saturn and Its Moon Titan: Embark on a cosmic journey alongside Cassini as it navigates Saturn's rings while capturing awe-inspiring images of its enigmatic moon Titan - revealing secrets hidden within this distant realm. Nuclear Fission Artwork: Explore the intersection between science and art with captivating visuals depicting nuclear fission - showcasing humanity's quest for knowledge even beyond Earthly boundaries. Total Eclipse of the Sun Seen from Earth’s Orbit: Experience an extraordinary event witnessed only by those fortunate enough to be in Earth’s orbit - a total eclipse casting ethereal shadows across our planet’s surface, reminding us of nature’s grand spectacle. Copernicus vs Ptolemy - A Celestial Debate Unveiled.