Quote of the Day

Monday, October 4, 2027

Sputnik 1 launched on October 4, 1957, 70 years ago today.

The planet is the cradle of mind, but one cannot live in a cradle forever.

— Konstantin Tsiolkovsky (1857–1935) Source: Letter, 1911. Wording checked on Wikiquote.

Why it matters

Today's rocket companies are working on leaving the cradle.