The micro-satellite constellation satellites No. 2 through No. 6, which were launched aboard Nuri rocket No. 5 on the 7th, succeeded in capturing their first ground observation video after launch. This was achieved approximately 14 hours and 29 minutes after launch.
On the 15th, the Korea Aerospace Administration (KASA) and KAIST released the first ground observation videos from micro-satellite constellation satellites No. 2 through No. 6.
The micro-satellite constellation captured an image of Cleveland, Ohio, United States, at 2:54 a.m. on the 8th (Korean Standard Time), approximately 14 hours and 29 minutes after launch. Subsequently, it captured an image of Montgomery, Alabama, United States, at 3:06 a.m. on the 12th (Korean Standard Time). The resolution is at the 1st-meter level. This means that objects larger than 1 meter on the ground can be identified.
KASA and KAIST stated that the acquisition of these videos "signifies that the satellite bodies and optical payloads are functioning normally immediately after launch."
Currently, all five micro-satellite constellation satellites are communicating smoothly with ground stations, and systems such as power generation and attitude control are maintaining normal status.
Based on the initial images, KASA and KAIST have completed payload status checks and will begin initial operations. They plan to optimize image quality through image correction over the coming months. They also plan to gradually perform constellation formation by positioning the five satellites at regular intervals.
Upon completion of initial operations next year, operational responsibility will be transferred to the Jeju National Satellite Operations Center. The acquired satellite images are expected to be utilized in public sectors such as national security and disaster response.
Oh Tae-seok (Commissioner) stated, "This early image acquisition is a significant achievement that proves the stable on-orbit operation of micro-satellites developed with domestic technology."
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