This is how Starlink took over space. - It all started in 1957 with a single satellite, but since then, the number has skyrocketed. Over the decades, more and more satellites have filled Earth’s orbit, launched by governments, private companies, and now, massive constellations. But in recent years, one name has risen above all: Starlink. In this simulation, white dots represent all non-Starlink satellites—while red dots show just how rapidly Starlink has expanded. Space transforms from a quiet o

Number of Starlink launches over time 🛰️🌎 This video shows how the number of Starlink satellites has grown over time. The first launch took place in 2019. Since then, more than 4,000 satellites have been sent into orbit. This is currently the largest satellite constellation, but it's unlikely to be the only one. Note that satellites are actually much smaller. They're about the size of a small car or a large sofa and weigh somewhere in between. 🚗 The orbits are shown as of April 2023. 👀 You c