KOMPSAT-3A

KOMPSAT-3A is a Korean Multi-purpose satellite that launched in March 2015 with a mission to obtain infrared and high-resolution images for applications such as environmental, agriculture, climate change, urban planning and disaster relief. Features a Korsch-type telescope design with a 55cm primary mirror aperture.

KOMPSAT-3A

Technical Specifications

Provider SIIS
Resolution
Panchromatic: 0.55m GSD
Multispectral: 2.20m GSD
Swath width 12km at nadir
Accuracy 80cm with suitable ground control
Bands
panchromatic: 450-900 µm
blue: 450-520 µm
green: 520-600 µm
red: 630-690 µm
nearIR: 760-900 µm
mwir: 3.3-5.2 µm
Stereo available Yes
Coverage 28 day revisit cycle
Altitude 528 km
Dynamic Range 14 bits
Orbit Type Sun-synchronous

Features and Benefits

Frequent revisits

Multiple satellites in orbit ensure frequent coverage of your area of interest.

Multiple band options

Versatile spectral bands for various applications and analysis needs.

High accuracy

Precise geolocation accuracy for reliable mapping and analysis.