Earth observation satellites

Utilis works in cooperation with Argentinian satellite firm for data used to protect natural resources

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Comisión Nacional de Actividades Espaciales, Conae, Leak detection, Earth observation satellites, Spaceflight, SAC-D

SAN DIEGO, July 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Utilis recently announced its collaboration with VENG, the Argentinian company that brings products and data derived from Satellites for Observation and Communication (SAOCOM) to market.

Key Points: 
  • Utilis, the world leader in satellite-based water leak detection, uses technology in space to support resilience of natural resources on earth.
  • They accomplish this using satellite imagery, but Utilis could not do it alone.
  • VENG is the only provider designated by the Argentinian space agency, Comisin Nacional de Actividades Espaciales (CONAE), to market the data.
  • The network of technology that works together allowing Utilis to detect water leaks and create other tools is fascinating even to the non-scientist.

Capella Space Releases First Light High-Resolution Images From its Latest SAR Satellites

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Thursday, March 18, 2021
Stars, Astronomical objects, Stellar astronomy, Capella Space, Earth observation satellites, Synthetic-aperture radar, Satellite imagery, Capella, SAR

Capella Space is the first American commercial SAR provider and the first commercial company to provide 50cm resolution SAR imagery.

Key Points: 
  • Capella Space is the first American commercial SAR provider and the first commercial company to provide 50cm resolution SAR imagery.
  • "Five years ago, the U.S. government sought out Silicon Valley commercial innovation to deploy SAR systems at scale, and we founded Capella Space as a result.
  • Capella Space is an information services company that provides on-demand 50cm high-resolution synthetic aperture radar (SAR) Earth observation imagery.
  • Through a constellation of small satellites, Capella provides easy access to frequent, timely and flexible information affecting dozens of industries worldwide.

MDA Announces RADARSAT-2 Continuity Mission

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021
Spacecraft, RADARSAT, Spaceflight, Radarsat-2, Synthetic aperture radar, Synthetic-aperture radar, Earth observation satellites, Radarsat-1, RADARSAT Constellation

The satellite mission will be based upon its leading space-based C-band Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) technology, and will provide operational continuity for its existing RADARSAT-2 customers, including commercial, government and institutional clients.

Key Points: 
  • The satellite mission will be based upon its leading space-based C-band Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) technology, and will provide operational continuity for its existing RADARSAT-2 customers, including commercial, government and institutional clients.
  • The new mission will carry forward many of the strong attributes of Canada's RADARSAT program, while at the same time bringing innovative new technologies and operational concepts to deliver a significantly enhanced world-leading capability.
  • More details about this RADARSAT-2 continuity mission will be released in the coming weeks and months.
  • "MDA delivers world-class operational geospatial intelligence systems and services that empower government and commercial customers around the globe to make critical decisions in support of their missions.

USD 87M in Series C for ICEYE to Continue Conquering Boundaries in Radar Satellite Imaging

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Tuesday, September 22, 2020
Iceye, Spaceflight, Spacecraft, Satellite, Outer space, Reconnaissance satellites, Earth observation satellites

ICEYE has so far successfully launched 5 satellite missions, starting with the first ever small SAR satellite launched in January 2018.

Key Points: 
  • ICEYE has so far successfully launched 5 satellite missions, starting with the first ever small SAR satellite launched in January 2018.
  • "This round of investment ensures our SAR satellite constellation size continues to grow during the 2021 schedule as planned."
  • Along with these active customer imaging operations, the ICEYE SAR satellite constellation has seen an unprecedented development cycle of new imaging capabilities and new spacecraft generations.
  • ICEYE is building and operating its own commercial constellation of radar imaging satellites, with SAR data available to global customers since 2018.

USD 87M in Series C for ICEYE to Continue Conquering Boundaries in Radar Satellite Imaging

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Tuesday, September 22, 2020
Iceye, Spaceflight, Spacecraft, Satellite, Outer space, Reconnaissance satellites, Earth observation satellites

ICEYE has so far successfully launched 5 satellite missions, starting with the first ever small SAR satellite launched in January 2018.

Key Points: 
  • ICEYE has so far successfully launched 5 satellite missions, starting with the first ever small SAR satellite launched in January 2018.
  • "This round of investment ensures our SAR satellite constellation size continues to grow during the 2021 schedule as planned."
  • Along with these active customer imaging operations, the ICEYE SAR satellite constellation has seen an unprecedented development cycle of new imaging capabilities and new spacecraft generations.
  • ICEYE is building and operating its own commercial constellation of radar imaging satellites, with SAR data available to global customers since 2018.

PredaSAR Successfully Completes Critical Design Review Milestone for Advanced Synthetic Aperture Radar Spacecraft

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Monday, August 24, 2020
Tyvak, Earth observation satellites, Synthetic-aperture radar, Synthetic aperture radar, Spaceflight, Reconnaissance satellites, Spacecraft, Satellites, RISAT-2BR1, Space-based radar

BOCA RATON, Fla., Aug. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- PredaSAR Corporation has successfully completed its Critical Design Review (CDR) to begin fabrication, testing and launch of its Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) spacecraft, in partnership with Tyvak Nano-Satellite Systems Inc. PredaSAR is building and will operate the world's largest and most advanced constellation of SAR satellites.

Key Points: 
  • BOCA RATON, Fla., Aug. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- PredaSAR Corporation has successfully completed its Critical Design Review (CDR) to begin fabrication, testing and launch of its Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) spacecraft, in partnership with Tyvak Nano-Satellite Systems Inc. PredaSAR is building and will operate the world's largest and most advanced constellation of SAR satellites.
  • PredaSAR spacecraft employ an advanced, proprietary radar payload to create 2D Synthetic Aperture Radar images, 3D reconstructions of objects and the Earth's surface, and customer-tailored data products.
  • Leveraging its advanced technologies, PredaSAR will deliver critical insights and data products to military and commercial decision makers at the speed of need.
  • "The collaborative work between PredaSAR and sister company Tyvak Nano-Satellite Systems has met or surpassed objectives for this advanced radar satellite design.

Synthetic Aperture Radar Market Size Worth $4.98 Billion By 2027: Grand View Research, Inc.

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Thursday, August 13, 2020
Synthetic aperture radar, Synthetic-aperture radar, Radar, Earth observation satellites, Electronics, Electrical engineering, Space-based radar, Radar configurations and types

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The global synthetic aperture radar market size is anticipated to reach USD 4.98 billion by 2027, expanding at a CAGR of 10.7% from 2020 to 2027, according to a study conducted by Grand View Research, Inc.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The global synthetic aperture radar market size is anticipated to reach USD 4.98 billion by 2027, expanding at a CAGR of 10.7% from 2020 to 2027, according to a study conducted by Grand View Research, Inc.
  • Synthetic aperture radar (SAR) uses a remote sensing technique that generates high-resolution images and can be used for earth observation and surveillance operations.
  • Synthetic aperture radar is compact and light in weight compared to the conventional radars, which is expected to increase the adoption of these devices for space satellite missions and thereby drive the market.
  • Grand View Research has segmented the global synthetic aperture radar market based on frequency, platform, mode, application, and region:
    Synthetic Aperture Radar Frequency Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 - 2027)

Synthetic Aperture Radar Market Size Worth $4.98 Billion By 2027: Grand View Research, Inc.

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Thursday, August 13, 2020
Synthetic aperture radar, Synthetic-aperture radar, Radar, Earth observation satellites, Electronics, Electrical engineering, Space-based radar, Radar configurations and types

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The global synthetic aperture radar market size is anticipated to reach USD 4.98 billion by 2027, expanding at a CAGR of 10.7% from 2020 to 2027, according to a study conducted by Grand View Research, Inc.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The global synthetic aperture radar market size is anticipated to reach USD 4.98 billion by 2027, expanding at a CAGR of 10.7% from 2020 to 2027, according to a study conducted by Grand View Research, Inc.
  • Synthetic aperture radar (SAR) uses a remote sensing technique that generates high-resolution images and can be used for earth observation and surveillance operations.
  • Synthetic aperture radar is compact and light in weight compared to the conventional radars, which is expected to increase the adoption of these devices for space satellite missions and thereby drive the market.
  • Grand View Research has segmented the global synthetic aperture radar market based on frequency, platform, mode, application, and region:
    Synthetic Aperture Radar Frequency Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 - 2027)

LeoStella Delivers First BlackSky Satellites from its New Production Line

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Monday, June 22, 2020
Technology, Satellite, Aerospace, Other Technology, Manufacturing, Hardware, Spacecraft, Spaceflight, Satellite constellation, Satellites, Satellite, Satellite Internet access, Earth observation satellites, Spaceflight Industries, Jason Andrews

LeoStella , a specialized satellite constellation design and manufacturer, announced today the delivery of the first two satellites fully manufactured from its state-of-the-art production line.

Key Points: 
  • LeoStella , a specialized satellite constellation design and manufacturer, announced today the delivery of the first two satellites fully manufactured from its state-of-the-art production line.
  • The satellites are the fifth and sixth of an ongoing Earth observation constellation program for the global monitoring company, BlackSky .
  • LeoStellas new production facility was developed to change the way satellites and constellations are produced to better meet the needs of agile space customers.
  • Successful delivery of these two BlackSky satellites marks another major milestone in LeoStellas promise of rapid, low-cost, high-performance satellite constellations, said Mike Hettich, CEO of LeoStella.

PredaSAR Announces Advanced 48 Satellite Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Constellation for Government, Commercial Applications

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Thursday, June 18, 2020
Earth observation satellites, Spacecraft, Spaceflight, Satellites, Synthetic-aperture radar, Space-based radar, RADARSAT Constellation

BOCA RATON, Florida, June 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- PredaSAR Corporation announced today that it will launch a constellation of 48 commercial Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellites across multiple orbits.

Key Points: 
  • BOCA RATON, Florida, June 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- PredaSAR Corporation announced today that it will launch a constellation of 48 commercial Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellites across multiple orbits.
  • This groundbreaking constellation will be the world's largest and most advanced commercial SAR satellite constellation and provide PredaSAR's government and commercial clients with unprecedented image quality, unmatched global persistence, and rapid data delivery.
  • PredaSAR spacecraft employ an advanced, proprietary radar payload to create 2D Synthetic Aperture Radar images, 3D reconstructions of objects and the Earth's surface, and customer-tailored data products.
  • Founded in 2019, PredaSAR Corporation is building and will operate the world's largest and most advanced commercially operated Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite constellation, providing end-to-end solutions to both government and commercial clients.