Sharjah-Sat-2: An Earth Observing Satellite For Sustainable Urban Development

Maryam Alansaari, Tarifa Alkaabi, Yusuf Faroukh, Abdulrahman Sulaiman, Amel Alhammadi, Fatima Alketbi, Ilias Fernini, Hamid H.K. Alnaimiy

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Abstract

The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology (SAASST) in the United Arab Emirates is at the forefront of advancing space technologies and research. As part of their commitment to promoting space research locally, SAASST is launching the Sharjah-Sat-2, a 6U Cube Satellite equipped with an advanced hyperspectral camera. This cutting-edge nanosatellite primarily aims to provide high-resolution observations to support sustainable urban development projects in Sharjah. By integrating space assets and harnessing the power of hyperspectral imaging, the satellite will monitor environmental changes, track infrastructure developments, and facilitate urban planning. Additionally, the data obtained will enable precise land use mapping, strategic planning, pollution monitoring, environmental studies, oil spill detection, and air quality observations. This initiative will significantly benefit local government entities, such as the town planning and survey department and the municipality department, by enhancing resource management and facilitating effective urban development strategies.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2024 International Conference on Global Aeronautical Engineering and Satellite Technology, GAST 2024 - Proceedings
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9798350371598
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024
Externally publishedYes
Event1st International Conference on Global Aeronautical Engineering and Satellite Technology, GAST 2024 - Marrakesh, Morocco
Duration: Apr 24 2024Apr 26 2024

Publication series

Name2024 International Conference on Global Aeronautical Engineering and Satellite Technology, GAST 2024 - Proceedings

Conference

Conference1st International Conference on Global Aeronautical Engineering and Satellite Technology, GAST 2024
Country/TerritoryMorocco
CityMarrakesh
Period4/24/244/26/24

Keywords

  • Data Analysis
  • Hyperspectral Imager
  • Sharjah-Sat-2
  • STK
  • Urban Development

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Computer Networks and Communications
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Computational Mechanics
  • Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality
  • Instrumentation

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