HiROS

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Q443206




HiROS is a satellite system operating in the visible and near infra-red (NIR) optical range with a 0.5 m ground resolution. It is developed by the German Aerospace Center and will allegedly be used for espionage purposes, according to leaked diplomatic cables. The satellite has a mass of 820 kg, and can be launched from various Soyuz, Vega, or Rockot rockets. It has a revisit time of 24 h.

Wikidata
High Resolution Optical System
reconnaissance satellite, satellite system, Germany
GermanyDong Fang Hong 2reconnaissance satellite


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