July 17th, 2024

Stratospheric Optical Earth Observation

Strat-Observer offers global stratospheric Earth observation services with optical payload for High Altitude Platforms. It complements Airbus' satellites, providing enhanced performance for defense, maritime, security, and environmental sectors. The system enables persistent surveillance and instant data access, supporting various applications.

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Stratospheric Optical Earth Observation

Strat-Observer offers a new generation of global stratospheric Earth observation services with an embedded optical payload designed for High Altitude Platform Stations like Zephyr and Balloon. It complements Airbus' satellite constellation, providing enhanced performance for various applications. The system offers features like multi-camera coverage, high-resolution imaging, and live video streaming. It enables persistent surveillance, continuous coverage, and instant data access. Strat-Observer supports defense, maritime, security, and environmental sectors by offering border monitoring, illegal fishing detection, emergency response support, and wildfire monitoring. The service aims to provide crucial insights, enhance safety, and protect the environment. Users can access case studies showcasing its applications in industries like oil, gas, mining, energy, and civil engineering. Strat-Observer's capabilities include long endurance, high-resolution imagery, and real-time data acquisition, making it a valuable tool for businesses with diverse needs.

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By @cr125rider - 7 months
#1 use case - defense. Sounds about right. Fancy spy balloon