Why it matters:
This is the first satellite launched into space after the Israeli regime, backed by the U.S., launched a 12-day war on Iran. The project highlights the country's efforts to develop indigenous space technologies and establish a presence in space.
The big picture:
Weighing approximately 110 kilograms, Nahid-2 is a product of collaboration among Iranian research and development centers in the space industry, including the Space Research Center, and a network of knowledge-based companies. The project aims to enhance satellite communication systems.
Key points:
- Nahid-2 indigenous space technology has been developed for Ku-band communications.
- It is operationally tested in orbit for the first time.
- The satellite will evaluate other space technologies, including three-axis attitude control, bidirectional communications in various frequency bands, data management, and power distribution.
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Iran Launches New Satellite Into Space
M.Majdi - seyed mohammad kazemi