BlackSky, a new American satellite company, has attracted attention with its rapid response technology.

When it comes to satellite data providers, it's worth mentioning that a new player has emerged in the market - the US company BlackSky.

The company currently operates more than 20 satellites, divided into two generations of main satellites. Its core advantage is not the ultimate resolution, but its extremely fast response speed: customers can receive the target photo within 60-90 minutes after placing an order and making payment.

- Second-generation satellites (Gen-2): Resolution of 0.8-1 meter, sufficient to distinguish trucks from cars, identify aircraft types on airport aprons; orbit height of 450 kilometers, using inclined orbit, capable of revisiting fixed points such as ports and military bases up to 15 times per day, equipped with SpaceView-24 camera.

- Third-generation satellites (Gen-3): Highest resolution of 35 centimeters, capable of clearly distinguishing people's figures, details of armored vehicles, and minor features of infrastructure; equipped with shortwave infrared (SWIR) sensors, which can penetrate smoke and haze, supporting reconnaissance under low-light conditions.

For general national users, the imaging quality is more than sufficient.

Original article: toutiao.com/article/1859515041816576/

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