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RAL Space

Constellation field Weather, Hyperspectral
Constellation info

Hyperspectral Microwave Sounder, a first of its kind, designed to provide global moisture and temperature profiles, allowing for a constellation for global weather forecasting and climate monitoring.
Constellation status Unknown
Launched satellites 0
Planned satellites ?
Satellite size ?
Manufacturer Spire, ?
First launch ?
Notes
 
Logo RAL Space logo
Entity name RAL Space
Oneliner

RAL Space carry out world-class science research and technology development with significant involvement in more than 210 instruments on missions to date.
Nation UK
Established 1957
Socials
 
 
Own nanosats
to be launched

Last modified: 2024-10-01

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