Category: Blog
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What Is Archive?
Archive satellite imagery is a purchasing option for imagery that has already been collected. Archive imagery can be passively collected by satellites that continuously image the Earth. It can also be collected in response to tasking requests submitted for specific areas. Those who task imagery through providers agree to licensing and sharing terms, allowing individuals…
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What is AOI?
AOI is an acronym for “Area of Interest.” Knowing your desired AOI will help you in planning your data collection with satellites to ensure you get the right technology in the right place and at the right time. In satellite imagery ordering and tasking workflows, an AOI describes the location for which you are requesting…
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Software Defined Radios (SDRs) for Space
As space missions become increasingly complex, the need for reliable and flexible communication systems is becoming more and more critical. This is where Software Defined Radios (SDRs) come in. SDRs provide a new level of flexibility and adaptability for communication systems in space, offering numerous benefits over traditional hardware-based radios. In this article, we will…
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How to Choose the Right Satellite Imagery Provider
Choosing the right satellite imagery provider for your project can feel overwhelming, but it comes down to your goals and accessing the right features. When seeking a satellite imagery provider, ask yourself critical questions about what type of data you’re looking for. Do you need high-resolution images? Are you looking to collect data in an…
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What do you mean by Medium Earth Orbit (MEO)?
Medium Earth orbits (MEO) are Earth-centered orbits with an altitude from 2000 Km to 35,786 Km above the surface of the Earth. The most prominent satellites traversing the MEO are the GPS & the Galileo Satellite constellations which power navigation across the world. The MEO orbit is located in the Van Halen Radiation belt which…
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Free Sources of Satellite Data
There are many sources of satellite data you can use depending on your needs. Some platforms will let you view the data in your browser, some offer download options so you can process it and extract meaningful insights. Some focus on open (free) satellite imagery, some focus on the highest resolution satellite imagery available for…