Korea to launch next-generation land observation satellites from 2030
Korea will develop two next-generation land observation satellites for launch starting in 2030 to strengthen land monitoring and disaster response capabilities, the land ministry said Friday. The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport said the 312.9 billion-won ($230.4 million) project has passed a preliminary feasibility review, clearing the way for development to begin next year. Under…
The Korean government announced plans to launch two next-generation land observation satellites starting in 2030, according to a statement from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport. The $230.4 million project has passed an initial feasibility review, paving the way for the satellites to begin development next year.
The first satellite, National Land Satellite No. 3, is scheduled for launch in 2030, followed by No. 4 in 2031. Currently, the nation operates National Land Satellite No. 1, while No. 2, launched in May, is undergoing test operations and is set to commence public services later this year. Satellite No. 1 has been in official operation since December 2021 and has been utilized for monitoring land use changes, managing infrastructure and mountainous areas, responding to natural disasters, and producing geospatial information and maps.
The upcoming next-generation satellites will boast a broader observation range, superior imaging capabilities, and an extended mission life of over five years, compared to the approximately four-year lifespan of the current satellite.
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