iQPS releases first light SAR images from QPS-SAR-13 MIKURA-I satellite

PUBT · 1d ago
iQPS releases first light SAR images from QPS-SAR-13 MIKURA-I satellite
  • Institute for Q-shu Pioneers of Space released first-light synthetic aperture radar images from QPS-SAR-13 “MIKURA-I,” launched Aug. 6, 2026.
  • Spotlight-mode observations captured targets in Perth, Kyoto, and Cappadocia between Aug. 28-30, 2026, including cloud-covered scenes.
  • Reported ground-plane resolution reached 0.46 meters in azimuth with range resolution between 0.4 and 0.66 meters.
  • Results validate early imaging performance in mid-inclined orbit, supporting commercial deployment of sub-meter SAR data products.


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