Iran to unveil radar satellite Rad 1
Iran's space agency is preparing to reveal its first radar satellite, named "Rad 1," which features synthetic aperture radar technology and a resolution better than 50 meters, according to the agency's head.
Hassan Salariyeh, Head of the Iran Space Agency, confirmed in an interview with the Tasnim News Agency that the country is developing radar satellites in two series, "Rad 1" and "Rad 2."
"We are implementing the design and construction of radar satellites in two families, 'Rad 1' and 'Rad 2'," he stated, adding, "The 'Rad 1' satellite is a radar satellite of the 'SAR' type with a resolution better than 50 meters."
He added that the satellite is now in the assembly phase, completing its final steps, and is expected to be unveiled shortly.