The upcoming launch of CSG-FM3 represents a key step for the second generation of COSMO-SkyMed.
The CSG-FM3 satellite is ready for launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
The development of CSG-FM3 is part of a collaboration that includes the Italian Ministry of Defense.
The CSG-FM3 launch marks a new phase in the development of the second generation of the COSMO-SkyMed constellation.
CSG-FM3 is part of an evolving system that operates 24/7, regardless of cloud cover or solar illumination.
Thanks to these innovations, CSG-FM3 enhances Italy's capacity for Earth Observation, offering more versatile radar images for scientific research, security, defense, and emergency management.
CSG-FM3 features new functionalities that allow the system to overcome the limitations of conventional Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR).
The launch of the third COSMO-SkyMed satellite, CSG-FM3, marks an important milestone for Earth Observation and the COSMO-SkyMed constellation.
CSG-FM3 carries a Laser Retroreflector Array (CORA-S) developed by INFN to determine its orbital position with millimeter accuracy.
The constellation currently includes four fully operational satellites: two from the first generation (CSK) and two from the second generation (CSG), with CSG-FM3 set to join them after successfully completing all environmental and functional tests.
CSG-FM3 will ensure continuity of radar observations between the first and second generation of satellites and offers advanced monitoring capabilities.
The CSG-FM3 satellite is equipped with a new generation radar antenna that can dynamically orient itself to acquire different areas more rapidly.
The new products generated by CSG-FM3 will enhance the COSMO-SkyMed system's portfolio in terms of performance, size, flexibility, and available information.
The COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation – Flight Model 3 (CSG-FM3) satellite has left Thales Alenia Space's facility in Rome and is en route to the launch base in Vandenberg, California.
The third satellite of COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation, Flight Model 3 (CSG-FM3), is ready to fly into orbit.
CSG-FM3 is set to leave Italy for the Vandenberg launch base in California.
The arrival of CSG-FM3 in orbit is expected in the coming months and represents a significant milestone for Earth observation and the COSMO-SkyMed constellation.
CSG-FM3 includes innovations that enhance radar observation continuity between the older and newer generations of the COSMO-SkyMed constellation.
CSG-FM3 has completed all environmental and functional tests and is ready for transport to the Vandenberg launch site.
COSMO-SkyMed Seconda Generazione – Flight Model 3 (CSG-FM3) is preparing to leave Italy for the launch site at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California.