Iran to launch upgraded Kowsar satellite in coming months
Iran plans to launch an advanced version of its domestically developed Kowsar satellite in the first half of the next Iranian year, which begins on March 21.
Hossein Shahabi, the CEO of a knowledge-based aerospace company, made the announcement on the sidelines of a visit by Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei to an exhibition, dubbed “Pioneers of Progress, a National Event of the Capabilities and Achievements of the Private Sector”, in Tehran on Tuesday, which showcased the achievements of the country's private sector.
He added that the satellite, dubbed “Kowsar 1.5”, is an upgraded version of Kowsar and Hodhod satellites, which were launched into space on November 5, 2024.
He noted that both satellites were developed to play a leading role in enhancing precision agriculture, with Kowsar dedicated to remote sensing and Hodhod focusing on the Internet of Things (IoT) applications.
The Iranian official emphasized that over 85% of the components used in these satellites have been indigenized.
“Even if all the parts were imported, the satellites have been designed and manufactured by local experts and this is still considered fully domestic,” he said.
Shahrabi reiterated that Iran has managed to successfully overcome obstacles and challenges caused as a result of sanctions against the country and has turned threats into opportunities.
He noted that efforts are underway to secure investment aimed at designing and manufacturing a constellation of these satellites.
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