TiungSAT-1

In today's world, TiungSAT-1 has become a topic of great relevance and interest to a wide variety of people. Whether due to its impact on society, its relevance in the professional field or its role in history, TiungSAT-1 has captured the attention of individuals of all ages and backgrounds. As time progresses, the importance of understanding and deeply analyzing everything related to TiungSAT-1 becomes evident, since its influence transcends borders and encompasses multiple aspects of daily life. In this article, we will dive into the world of TiungSAT-1 to explore its various facets and discover its true impact on the world today.

TiungSAT-1 is the first Malaysian microsatellite.[1] [2] The satellite is developed through the technology transfer and training programme between Astronautic Technology Sdn Bhd (ATSB) Malaysia and Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd., United Kingdom. TiungSAT-1 was launched aboard Dnepr rocket from Baikonur Cosmodrome, Kazakhstan on 26 September 2000.[3]

In May 2002, the amateur radio payload on the satellite was designated Malaysian OSCAR-46, or MO-46. [4]

References

  1. ^ Herbert Kramer (2002). "TiungSat". Observation of the Earth and Its Environment: Survey of Missions and Sensors. Springer Verlag. ISBN 3-540-42388-5. Archived from the original on 2009-03-27.
  2. ^ Norilmi Amilia Ismail (2022). "Space Sector Development in Malaysia". ASEAN Space Programs: History and Way Forward. Springer Nature. pp. 43–55. doi:10.1007/978-981-16-7326-9_3. ISBN 978-981-16-7325-2. S2CID 245925777.
  3. ^ "Third satellite launch this year for SSTL: TiungSAT-1 in orbit". Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd. 27 September 2000.
  4. ^ "AMSAT NEWS SERVICE BULLETIN 069.01 FROM AMSAT HQ". Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation. 2002-03-10. Retrieved 2016-12-11.


Stub icon

This spacecraft or satellite related article is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it.