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: Iran has successfully sent into orbit a domestically-made research satellite dubbed Chamran 1.
Saturday 14 September 2024 - 11:45
Story Code : 428118
Source : IRNA
Iran successfully launches Chamran 1 research satellite into orbit
Several hours into the launch, Chamran 1 satellite sent its first signals. The spacecraft, which has been developed by several Iranian companies and industrial groups, weighs about 60 kg.
Its main mission is to test hardware and software systems in order to prove orbital maneuvering technology in height and phase.
Chamran 1 was put into orbit to also evaluate cold gas propulsion subsystems in space systems and to assess the performance of navigation and situation control subsystems.
Iran has developed its space program in the past several years despite restrictions caused by Western-imposed sanctions on the country.
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