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Ariel 3 was the first satellite to be designed and const?
Ariel 3 was the first satellite to be designed and constructed in the UK. It was launched on 5 May 1967 and burned up on 14 December 1970
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Media ID 13097002
© The Royal Aeronautical Society (National Aerospace Library)/Mary Evans Picture Library
1967 1970 Ariel Burned Constructed Launched Satellite Aeronautics December Designed
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating Media Storehouse Canvas Prints collection, featuring an intriguing image of "Ariel 3," the pioneering UK-designed and constructed satellite. Launched on May 5, 1967, Ariel 3 was a groundbreaking achievement in space exploration history. This exclusive print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the rich heritage of space technology with its captivating Rights Managed image. Each canvas print is meticulously crafted with high-quality materials, ensuring a stunning, gallery-worthy presentation of this historic moment. Add a touch of scientific intrigue to your home or office décor with this unique and thought-provoking piece.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Ariel 3: Pioneering the Skies of Space from the UK This photograph showcases Ariel 3, the groundbreaking satellite that marked the United Kingdom's first foray into designing and constructing a satellite for space exploration. Launched on a powerful rocket on 5 May 1967, Ariel 3 soared into the heavens, joining the elite ranks of satellites orbiting Earth. The image evokes the spirit of innovation and progress, as planes and aeroplanes take flight in the foreground, symbolizing the connection between terrestrial transportation and the boundless frontier of space. Ariel 3, represented by the small, metallic orb in the upper left corner, embodies the UK's commitment to pushing the boundaries of human knowledge and understanding. Despite its short lifespan, Ariel 3 made significant contributions to the scientific community. It provided valuable data on solar X-rays, cosmic X-rays, and the Earth's magnetic field. However, on 14 December 1970, the satellite met an untimely end as it re-entered Earth's atmosphere and burned up. This photograph serves as a testament to the UK's early achievements in aeronautical and space engineering, bridging the gap between the transport planes and aeroplanes that dominate the skies and the satellites that explore the cosmos. Ariel 3's legacy continues to inspire future generations of scientists, engineers, and dreamers to reach for the stars.
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