Korea to develop environmental, ocean observation satellite
Korea will develop a next-generation environmental and ocean observation satellite by 2033 to succeed the current geostationary satellite, the country's space agency said Tuesday. The Korea AeroSpace Administration (KASA) said the proposal to develop the Cheollian-6 satellite has passed a preliminary feasibility review for a state-funded research and development project. The proposed satellite is…
The Korea AeroSpace Administration (KASA) has announced plans to develop a next-generation environmental and ocean observation satellite, dubbed Cheollian-6, to replace the current geostationary satellite Cheollian 2B. This state-funded research and development project is set to launch the satellite by 2033, with an estimated budget of approximately 770 billion won ($556.7 million).
The new satellite will be equipped with advanced homegrown technologies, including a hybrid propulsion system, and will be capable of monitoring the environment and oceans, enabling authorities to detect and track air and marine pollution, as well as maritime disasters more efficiently.
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