Back Satellite Programme: New-space Earth Observation Satellite 

Programme details
Programme description
  • A 10 nano-satellite high-resolution optical earth observation constellation designed by KAIST
  • The satellites are in 2 planes in sun-synchronous orbits at an altitude of around 500 km. 
  • NEONSAT-1 and 1A are prototypes testing the technology in space.
  • NEONSAT employs commercial off-the-shelf components to ensure cost-effectiveness, light weight, and low power consumption, making it suitable for economical mass production in the era of private space endeavors.
Data circulation
Agencies KAIST , KARI
Programme lifetime 2024 - 2027
Associated satellites and instruments

Note: red tag => no longer operational , green tag => operational , blue tag => planned