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LUMIR

Constellation field SAR
Constellation info

Developing its own ultra-small SAR satellite LumirX weighing 150 kg with 0.3m resolution. Aims for 0.15m by 2030.
Constellation status Prototype development
Launched satellites 0
Planned satellites 18
Satellite size Microsat, ?
Manufacturer In-house
First launch 2026
Launch cadence
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Photos LUMIR
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Logo LUMIR logo
Company LUMIR
Oneliner

Developing our own synthetic aperture radar (SAR) for small satellites to help satellite manufacturers get lot-cost SAR equipment with high-resolution and multi-function at 10 times lower cost unlike conventional large-sized SAR satellites.
Funding Yes, ?
Public Traded
Country South Korea
Founded 2009
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Last modified: 2024-12-31

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