GalaxEye's Mission Drishti: Pioneering Earth's Observation with OptoSAR Technology

Bengaluru's GalaxEye launched Mission Drishti, the first OptoSAR satellite, using SpaceX's Falcon 9. It combines electro-optical and synthetic aperture radar sensors for comprehensive Earth observation. With global interest growing, the mission addresses data acquisition issues in defence, agriculture, disaster management, and aims to scale up by 2030.

GalaxEye, a Bengaluru-based space start-up, has launched Mission Drishti, the world's first OptoSAR satellite. The satellite was successfully sent into orbit from California aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket on Sunday.

The OptoSAR technology integrates electro-optical and synthetic aperture radar sensors in a singular platform, enabling high-resolution Earth observation through varying conditions. This technology addresses limitations seen in traditional systems and has drawn strong global interest, according to GalaxEye's founder and CEO, Suyash Singh.

The dual-use satellite is set to enhance data gathering in sectors like defence, agriculture, and disaster management. GalaxEye aims to expand Mission Drishti to a constellation of 10 satellites by 2030, fortifying India's Earth observation capabilities.