Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) uses radar signals to create high-resolution images. It operates day and night, unaffected by weather. SAR technology aids in agriculture, forestry, and urban planning in India. It plays a crucial role in disaster management by monitoring floods and landslides. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) employs SAR in its satellite missions, enhancing national security and resource management.
Bengaluru-based space-tech startup GalaxEye successfully launched "Mission Drishti" on May 3, 2026, deploying the world’s first commercial OptoSAR satellite into orbit. Weighing approximately 190 kilograms, the spacecraft is...
