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DigitalGlobe takes a look at the last 50 years of the satellite industry

July 24, 2013

DigitalGlobe, who supplies much of the imagery that we enjoy in Google Earth, has just released a video that walks through the history of satellites.  In their words: “The satellite industry has monumentally changed since Sputnik’s launch in 1957. Watch as DigitalGlobe takes you through a timeline of events and looks forward to the future of commercial satellites.”

We’ve covered a few of their launches over the years, such as the WorldView I back in 2007.  It’s a short yet impressive video that walks through history from Sputnik up through some of the launches planned for the near future.  Check it out:

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  1. Vladislav says

    July 24, 2013 at 9:35 am

    I think in 2-3 years to launch a satellite with Ultra HD resolution.
    But still better aerial photography.

  2. VALENTINE AMEDO says

    July 25, 2013 at 11:22 am

    IT’S GOOD



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