1968 Space & Exploration Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 17 May European Space Research Organization Satellite Launch: The European Space Research Organisation (ESRO) successfully launched its first satellite, ESRO-2B, into orbit on May 17, 1968. The satellite was launched from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California, USA, and became the first mission controlled by teams at the European Space Operations Centre in Darmstadt, Germany. source: esa.int
- 04 Jul Explorer 38 radio astronomy satellite launch: On July 4, 1968, NASA launched Explorer 38, also known as Radio Astronomy Explorer A (RAE-A), from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California. The satellite was designed to study celestial radio sources, particularly the Sun, across frequencies from 0.2 to 20 MHz. It was the first NASA satellite dedicated to radio astronomy. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 21 Aug X-15 High-Altitude Flight: William Dana completed his final high-altitude X-15 flight, reaching an impressive altitude of 80 kilometers, contributing to the advancement of aerospace research and technology.
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