description Elektro-L No.1 Overview
Elektro-L No.1 is a Russian geostationary meteorological satellite launched in January 2011 from the Baikonur Cosmodrome. It represents the second generation of Russia's geostationary weather satellites and operates over the Indian Ocean region. The satellite is equipped with a multispectral scanner that provides full-disk Earth imagery in visible and infrared spectrums approximately every 30 minutes at 1-kilometer resolution. It supplies continuous data for weather forecasting, climate monitoring, and environmental assessment.
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When was Elektro-L No.1 launched?
Elektro-L No.1 was launched in January 2011. The launch took place from the Baikonur Cosmodrome.
What type of satellite is Elektro-L No.1?
Elektro-L No.1 is a Russian geostationary meteorological satellite. Its fixed orbital position allows it to watch a broad region continuously.
Which region does Elektro-L No.1 cover?
Elektro-L No.1 operates over the Indian Ocean region. Its position supports weather observation across a wide area around the ocean and nearby landmasses.
What generation of Russian weather satellite is Elektro-L No.1?
Elektro-L No.1 represents the second generation of Russia's geostationary weather satellites. It was designed as an operational Earth-observation platform rather than a communications satellite.
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