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CBERS-4A is a cooperative Earth observation satellite developed jointly by China and Brazil, launched into a sun-synchronous orbit in 2019. As part of the China-Brazil Earth Resources Satellite program, it carries advanced optical payloads including a wide-field imager and a multispectral camera. The satellite provides remote sensing data for environmental monitoring, agriculture, and urban planning across both nations. Its instrumentation offers varying resolution levels, including 55-meter imagery from its wide-field camera, supporting large-scale regional observations.
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CBERS-4A ranks #125 of 187 in the Satellite ranking, behind KOMPSAT-5, ahead of IRNSS-1I (NavIC).
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What is the CBERS-4A satellite program?
CBERS-4A is an Earth observation satellite developed jointly by China and Brazil. Launched in 2019, it is a vital part of the long-running China-Brazil Earth Resources Satellite program.
What kind of instruments does CBERS-4A carry?
The satellite carries advanced optical payloads, including a wide-field imager and a multispectral camera. These instruments are used to monitor environmental changes, agriculture, and land resources.
What orbit does CBERS-4A operate in?
CBERS-4A was launched into a sun-synchronous polar orbit. This orbit is standard for Earth observation satellites, allowing it to map the entire globe systematically.
Who uses the imagery gathered by CBERS-4A?
The imagery is shared between Brazilian and Chinese government agencies to monitor deforestation, particularly in the Amazon. It also supports urban planning and water resource management.
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