Hossein Shahavi, CEO of Knowledge-Based Aerospace Company, revealed the plan on the sidelines of Islamic Revolution leader Ayatollah Khamenei’s visit to an exhibition showcasing private sector achievements on Tuesday. did.
Shahavi said the new satellite, named Kawsar 1.5, builds on the earlier Kawsar and Hodhod satellites, which were launched into orbit on November 5, 2024.
These satellites were developed to fulfill well-defined missions: Kousar for remote sensing and Hodhod for the Internet of Things (IoT). Both are essential to advances in precision agriculture.
Shahavi emphasized that more than 85% of the components used in these satellites are domestically produced. “Even though all the components are imported, all the design and construction of these satellites is done by local experts, making this project completely domestic,” he said.
He also noted the challenges posed by sanctions and highlighted how Iran has turned threats into opportunities, raising hopes of securing investment to design and manufacture such a constellation of satellites. expressed.
The aerospace industry figures highlighted the important role of government support in nurturing the sector. He called for national guarantees and advance government purchasing commitments for the space services market to encourage further innovation.
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