Objectives and Applications
DubaiSat-2 is a continuation of the Knowledge Transfer Programme that started with the manufacturing of DubaiSat-1. It provides satellite imaging services at a resolution of 1 meter to meet the needs of local and international clients. The mission objectives are: to develop a mini satellite system of less than 300 kg for Earth observation; to provide electro-optical imagery, that can be commercialized, of the UAE and other areas with a spatial resolution of 1m PAN (panchromatic) and 4m MS (multispectral) from a reference orbit of 600 km altitude; to develop and implement new technologies, not used in DubaiSat-1, that can be used in future space programmes; and, to continue training for UAE's space programme.
Full Name
DubaiSat-2
Mission Status
Operational (extended)
Mission Agencies
Launch Date
21 Nov 2013
Mission Links
EOL Date
Dec 2025
Orbit Type
Sun-synchronous
Orbit Period
Orbit Sense
Descending
Orbit Inclination
97.1 deg
Orbit Altitude
600 km
Orbit Longitude
Orbit LST
10:30:00
Repeat Cycle
8 days
NORAD Catalog #
International Designator
HiRAIS - High-Resolution Advanced Imaging System |
| Category | Parameter | Instrument(s) |
| Land | Multi-purpose imagery (land) | HiRAIS |
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