my country has successfully launched the "Xiguang-1" series of satellites, and its first domestically produced high-resolution point-source methane monitoring commercial satellite has entered service.

China's first commercial dual-carbon satellite consolidates its international influence.

The "Xiguang-1" series of satellites were developed by Xi'an Xi'an Institute of Optics and Precision Mechanics CAS Aerospace Science and Technology Group Co.,LTD Technology Co., Ltd., among which...Xi Guang 1-04 Star (Xi Guang 1)Its user is Zhongke Xingrui, isChina's first high-resolution point-source methane monitoring commercial satelliteIts successful launch is particularly noteworthy. The satellite carries a methane camera, a chlorophyll camera, and a multispectral camera, making it capable of monitoring methane gas and chlorophyll fluorescence.It has the dual functions of carbon source and carbon sink.The point source methane monitoring satellite is a carbon monitoring remote sensing satellite. It features high spatial and spectral resolution, with a spatial resolution of up to 25 meters and a spectral resolution of up to 0.1 nanometers, both reaching the highest domestic technical level in the field of methane satellite monitoring.

The satellite hasMethane leak location monitoring、Leakage assessment、Drift trend、Carbon source identificationandRegional carbon neutrality capacity assessmentWith multiple functions, it will be widely used.Ecological and environmental monitoring、Industrial emission testing、Gas leak detection、Gas exploration、Carbon sink assessment and carbon tradingIn fields such as...

Photo: Xiguang-1 04 satellite (Quehua-1) development site

“Xi Guang 1-04 Star (Xi Guang 1)The successful launch marks a significant step forward for my country in the field of high-resolution point source methane monitoring.A groundbreaking stepIt is not only the first small satellite in China specifically designed for this purpose, but it also serves as both a carbon source and a carbon sink, incorporating multiple cutting-edge technologies. This satellite weighs only...75kg precision instrument"It will demonstrate its extraordinary capabilities in space—precisely capturing extremely subtle methane variations on the Earth's surface, accurately tracking the sources of carbon production, and scientifically assessing the carbon neutrality potential of different regions. Furthermore, our adoption of a commercial operation model marks a significant step towards marketization and specialization in the field of satellite remote sensing services," said Qin Jing, Chairman and General Manager of CAS Xiguang Aerospace, in an interview.

Photo: Development site of Xiguang-1 04 satellite (Quehua-1 series satellites)

Xi Guang 1-04 Star (Xi Guang 1)The successful launch represents a significant breakthrough for my country in the field of commercial dual-carbon monitoring satellites.This fills a long-standing gap in this field in China.The successful development and launch of this satellite not only demonstrates my country's comprehensive strength in aerospace technology but also reflects its determination and actions in addressing global climate change. By achieving high-frequency, high-precision, and wide-coverage observations of point-source methane emissions and carbon sinks globally, the satellite will greatly enhance my country's capabilities in dual-carbon remote sensing monitoring. Furthermore, the data detected and transmitted back by the Xiguang-1 04 satellite (Quehua-1) provides strong data support and technical assurance for building a more comprehensive and efficient methane emission monitoring system, effectively promoting the coordinated progress of environmental pollution control and carbon emission reduction.

Photo: Launch site of Xiguang-1 04 satellite (Quehua-1)

In terms of international influence, the launch of this satellite will significantly enhance my country's influence in the global carbon neutrality monitoring field, and help strengthen China's position in [the global arena].Voice in international climate negotiations and cooperationPromote the formationMore fair and reasonableThis global climate governance system will also contribute valuable expertise to all of humanity in addressing the challenges of climate change.Chinese wisdom"and"China's Solution”。

Hyperspectral remote sensing technology empowers multi-domain industrial applications

Hyperspectral observation satellite has "One(Full-spectrum hyperspectral observation), two highs (high spatial resolution and high spectral resolution),Five dimensions(Observational capabilities in five dimensions: time, space, spectrum, radiation, and polarization)Multiple anglesThe characteristic of "(observing from multiple angles)" allows for "Observing the atmosphere, observing the surface, and exploring the geological resourcesThis technology enables comprehensive, full-spectrum, hyperspectral observation of the atmosphere and land, filling the gap in the ability of other satellites to effectively detect regional atmospheric pollutants. The European Union's "100 Major Innovation Breakthroughs for the Future" lists hyperspectral imaging as a disruptive technology impacting the global economy; both NASA and the European Space Agency consider hyperspectral imaging a key component of next-generation satellite programs; and in China's 15th and 16th Five-Year Plans for next-generation space infrastructure, high-resolution hyperspectral imaging accounts for 64% of the total 834 operational requirements.The demand for information is enormous.

Photo: Development site of Xiguang-1 05 satellite (Tianxianpei)

The Xiguang-1 series satellites launched at the same time also include those applicable to...Agricultural monitoring, mineral exploration, environmental monitoring, forest management and urban planningand many other fields,Xiguang No. 1 05 (a perfect match)Equipped with high-resolution hyperspectral and panchromatic cameras, it can solve problems such as agricultural crop identification, pest and disease identification, and risk warning. Its application algorithms and models are also more mature.This includes Anqing City in Anhui Province, the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River, and even the wider East China region.Provides coverageAgricultural monitoring、Mineral explorationas well asEnvironmental monitoringDiversified services, including, especiallyAgricultural pre-production、Prenatal and postpartum servicesIts application in China has brought significant benefits to the agricultural economy and can also meet the rapid service needs of different regions and industries.

Photo: The successful launch site of Xiguang-1 05 satellite (Tianxianpei).

The technology of "Xiguang-1" multi-application satellite networking products continues to be upgraded.

Currently, CAS Xi'an Aerospace is actively developing a new generation of...Higher resolution, wider widthThe company will develop dual-carbon monitoring satellites and hyperspectral functional satellites targeting specific market segments to better meet the strong domestic and international demand for hyperspectral data and applications. Simultaneously, leveraging its existing business foundation and focused advantages in the hyperspectral field, it will build...China's highest-performance commercial space satellite、Widest market application、highest commercial valueA commercial space company.

Photo: The successful launch site of the "Xiguang-1" series satellites

It is reported that the "Xiguang-1" hyperspectral remote sensing satellite constellation, which is being continuously developed by CAS Xiguang Aerospace, includes a constellation of 108 hyperspectral remote sensing satellites, a constellation of 40 hyperspectral dual-carbon monitoring satellites, and a constellation of 10 hyperspectral functional satellites (focusing on ocean, agriculture, forestry, and minerals). It is committed to building the largest and most comprehensive hyperspectral remote sensing satellite constellation in my country, and ultimately achieving the construction plan of a constellation of 158 satellites in orbit.