Google-Backed Pixxel Launches India's First Private Satellite Constellation
Pixxel, an Indian space tech startup, has launched its first three hyperspectral satellites as part of its commercial constellation, Firefly, from California via a SpaceX rocket. This milestone marks a significant advancement in India's space ambitions, which includes plans for a human spacecraft mission and a national space station. The satellites can capture detailed imagery for applications in agriculture and climate monitoring, with a potential total of 18-24 satellites by 2026-2027. Pixxel has secured over 60 customers, including NASA and BP, highlighting its unique five-meter resolution capabilities.
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