Iran successfully developed advanced ‘super resolution’ satellite imaging technology
Hassan Salarieh announced that the milestone represents the inaugural production of such images in partnership with knowledge-based enterprises.
According to a report by Press TV, he stated that the images were produced through a pixel-breaking method combined with advanced processing techniques, thereby removing the necessity for additional data.
He stated that this sophisticated technique facilitates the creation of high-quality images capable of meeting numerous domestic requirements within the country.
Salarieh hailed this achievement as a “valuable and important” milestone in the advancement of Iran’s space technology, highlighting it as a crucial step forward in the production of high-quality satellite imagery.
Salarieh highlighted that these images present distinct advantages, especially in the fields of natural resource management, agriculture, urban planning, and environmental monitoring.
He highlighted the advantages of these images over international counterparts, citing their enhanced cost-effectiveness, quicker preparation time, and greater accessibility.
According to the official, this initiative not only diminishes Iran’s dependence on international data sources but also strengthens the country’s information and communication technology infrastructure.
Salarieh stated that the Iranian Space Research Center has been acknowledged as a leading institution in the generation of top-tier space data, both regionally and internationally, following this accomplishment.
Experts indicate that this innovative technology serves as a catalyst for improved collaboration between universities, research institutions, and a broad spectrum of industries.
Salarieh emphasized the growing demand for high-quality data in numerous scientific and industrial sectors, highlighting the potential of these images to act as important tools in critical decision-making and planning strategies.
He added that by maintaining this course and allocating resources to research and development, Iran intends to establish itself as a prominent producer of high-resolution satellite imagery. The goal is to not only fulfill domestic requirements but also to export this advanced technology internationally.
In a significant milestone for Iran’s burgeoning space sector, the country announced earlier this month the successful launch of two domestically produced satellites, Kowsar and Hodhod. This event marks the private sector’s inaugural venture into Iran’s space endeavors.
In August 2022, Iran successfully deployed the Khayyam satellite into orbit using a Soyuz 2.1b rocket, launching from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan.
