Mohamed bin Zayed SAT embarks on UAE space exploration journey tonight from California

ANI January 15, 2025 166 views

The UAE is making an incredible leap in space technology with the launch of Mohamed bin Zayed SAT tonight from California. This cutting-edge satellite represents a massive achievement for Emirati engineers, developed entirely in-house at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre. With capabilities ten times greater than previous satellites, MBZ-SAT will provide unprecedented high-resolution imaging for global monitoring and disaster management. This launch symbolizes the UAE's growing prowess in space exploration and technological innovation.

"Cutting-edge Earth observation capabilities that will transform multiple sectors" - Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre
Abu Dhabi, January 14: Mohamed bin Zayed SAT, the region's most advanced satellite, is set to launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, US, tonight at 10:49 PM UAE time onboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket.

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Advanced satellite developed entirely by Emirati engineers

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High-resolution imaging with unprecedented global monitoring capabilities

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Revolutionary technology enhancing disaster management and data collection

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SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket enables historic space mission

MBZ-SAT, fully developed by Emirati engineers at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), represents a milestone in the UAE's space exploration journey, showcasing cutting-edge Earth observation capabilities.

It was developed at the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre and contributes to disaster management and improving life by producing high-resolution images around the clock, with a detail area of less than one square meter.

Its capabilities are ten times greater than the centre's current productivity, sharing captured data three times faster, enabling immediate benefits to enhance various sectors. (ANI/WAM)

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