description Sentinel-2B Overview
Sentinel-2B is an Earth observation satellite operated by the European Space Agency (ESA) as part of the Copernicus Programme. Launched in 2017, it flies in a sun-synchronous orbit phased 180 degrees opposite its twin, Sentinel-2A. Equipped with a multispectral imager, the satellite captures high-resolution optical imagery across 13 spectral bands. This continuous global coverage supports agricultural monitoring, forest management, and disaster relief efforts.
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Sentinel-2B ranks #9 of 187 in the Satellite ranking, behind GOES-R (GOES-16), ahead of IKONOS.
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When was the Sentinel-2B satellite launched?
Sentinel-2B was launched on March 7, 2017, aboard a Vega rocket from French Guiana. It was deployed by the European Space Agency (ESA) as part of the Copernicus program.
What is the resolution of the imagery captured by Sentinel-2B?
The satellite provides multispectral optical imagery at a spatial resolution of up to 10 meters. This high resolution allows it to accurately monitor land surface conditions, vegetation, and water bodies.
How does Sentinel-2B work with the Sentinel-2A satellite?
Sentinel-2B flies in the same orbit as its twin satellite, Sentinel-2A, but is offset by 180 degrees. This formation allows the constellation to provide a combined revisit time of just 5 days at the equator, ensuring continuous monitoring.
What kind of sensor does Sentinel-2B use?
Sentinel-2B carries a Multispectral Instrument (MSI) that captures data in 13 distinct spectral bands. These bands cover visible, near-infrared, and shortwave-infrared light, making it highly effective for agricultural monitoring and forestry management.
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