Moon dog to orbit earth signals Russian space pace
In a science feature, Dr. McElroy notes Russia’s dog carrying satellite hints at a moon mission timeline. He says Moscow’s statements are ambiguous and that a dog rocket may be a stepping stone, with potential parachute return discussed as a future possibility.
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Moon mission dubbed Muttnik after dog aboard
News wires report that Sputnik's successor, with a live dog aboard, quickly earned the unofficial nickname Muttnik following initial launch details. The moniker reflects the canine aboard the spacecraft and the rapid public reaction in the press.
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Dog on Moon Trip Resembles a Spitz
The Soviet female space dog Laika resembles a Spitz or Pomeranian with a pointed nose and thick hair. Laikas, related to huskies, are small, used by Eskimos and Siberian tribes for hunting, or kept as nets, prized for endurance and easy handling in training.
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What well dressed flying dogs wear
Moscow reports the Soviet Aviation daily described a pressure space suit for future space dogs. The suit would protect and exert pressure on the body with an emergency oxygen supply. A photo showed a dog in a canvas suit with a snoutlike head covering. Freight rates for Argentina to Europe have fallen about 40 percent in just over three months.
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Shapley Sees Sputnik II Data Aiding Global Science
Dr. Alan Shapley, vice chair of the U S International Geophysical Year committee, says Russia's Sputnik II can contribute to knowledge for all mankind. He heads the sun earth research at the National Bureau of Standards and expects Soviet data from the artificial moon to be shared with IGY scientists worldwide.
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Kudryavka the dog launches on long space ride
Kudryavka, Russia's space travelling dog, has embarked on a long and lonely ride as researchers warn the second earth satellite may carry extra gear. If the airtight dog compartment is released soon it would orbit Earth until atmospheric drag slows it, after which it could be shot toward land or parachuted to safety.
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Sputnik Is Believed A Rocket Not A Ball
Reporters interpret Sputnik the Second as a large rocket rather than a ball. The craft appears to be the final stage of a huge rocket, weighing about 1120 pounds, carrying a dog and instruments in its forward compartment.
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Comparison of Sputnik 1 and Sputnik II satellites
A brief side by side of the two Soviet satellites Sputnik 1 and Sputnik II. Details include launch date October 4, dimensions 23 inches diameter and 184 pounds for Sputnik 1, and 1,120 pounds with 1,056 mile altitude for Sputnik II. Speeds listed around 18,000 miles per hour with 92.6 minute and 103.7 minute orbital periods. Notes on visibility and beeping intervals are provided, with stated directions and observations by observers.
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Fresh Demands for Faster Missile and Satellite Drive
Washington officials push for a bolstered U S missile program after Russia launches a larger satellite Sputnik II. Sen Jackson urges national humility and leadership while Sen Anderson calls for a missile czar independent of aircraft firms.
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