Sanya Institute of Remote Sensing

三亚遥感研究所

The Sanya Institute of Remote Sensing is a research institute in Hainan, China, focused on remote sensing technology and applications. It is primarily involved in Earth observation and satellite constellation development, with the goal of monitoring the South China Sea. The institute is developing the Hainan Earth-Observation Satellite Constellation, which includes optical satellites, multispectral remote-sensing satellites, and synthetic aperture radar satellites. Key activities include satellite design, instrument development (cameras, identification technology), and data analysis for maritime surveillance.