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Thomas Edison is credited with inventing the first commercially practical incandescent light bulb in 1879. However, many other scientists and inventors made contributions to the development of artificial lighting before Edison's breakthrough.
Solar lighting was first invented in the 19th century, with the development of solar cells by Charles Fritts in 1883. However, the modern use of solar lighting for outdoor and indoor applications became more widespread in the late 20th century and continues to advance with new technology.
The first artificial satellite was called Sputnik 1, and it was launched on October 4, 1957 by the Soviet Union.
The first use of stage lighting dates back to the early 17th century. In 1617, the Teatro Farnese in Parma, Italy, had a lighting system that involved candles placed strategically around the stage to illuminate actors.
Historical records show that the first known artificial lighting was created around 70,000 years ago by early humans using simple methods like torches made of fire and sticks. Modern electric lighting, as we know it today, was pioneered by inventors such as Thomas Edison in the late 19th century.