WANA (Nov 30) – The CEO of Omid Fazaa, a knowledge-based company, discussed the current status of the indigenous Hodhod and Kowsar satellites, which were recently launched into space using a Russian launcher.

 

He stated that both satellites are in the “acquisition phase.” This phase occurs between the satellite’s separation from the launcher and the start of its primary mission, during which the satellite transmits its status to ground stations, allowing the design team to conduct necessary evaluations and prepare the satellite for its main mission.

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He added that the Hodhod satellite, with its simpler subsystems, is nearing the end of this phase and will soon enter the operational stage. In contrast, the more complex Kowsar satellite requires additional time to complete this stage. Currently, Kowsar is aligning itself toward the sun and Earth, ensuring optimal positioning of its solar cells. Telemetry data received from the satellite indicates a positive progression in this process.

 

Hodhod Satellite: Once the acquisition phase is complete, it will begin its Internet of Things (IoT) mission, facilitating data transfer between users and various stations.

 

Kowsar Satellite: This satellite will transition to the imaging phase, which involves testing high-speed communication links, aligning with target regions, and capturing images of Earth to ensure readiness for its mission.

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The CEO highlighted that contracts with Iran’s Space Organization for selling satellite imagery have already been signed. The primary focus is on precision agriculture and smart farming. These images will be integrated with field data to support organizations involved in agriculture and ecosystem monitoring, providing precise insights for better decision-making.

 

He emphasized the ultimate goal of creating a dense constellation of satellites. This would allow the provision of agricultural images with intervals of less than a week and enable the real-time transmission of critical data, such as instant text messages.

 

In conclusion, the CEO noted that while these projects are still in their early stages, efforts are ongoing to resolve issues and establish practical applications for these satellites.