South Australia's Satellite Launch: A Historic Milestone
Kanyini's Successful Launch
WEB South Australia's Kanyini, the first state-owned and manufactured satellite, has successfully launched into space.
The historic launch marks a significant milestone for South Australia and the Australian space industry.
Mission Details
65 Million Mission
The Kanyini mission is the first State Government-funded satellite project in Australia, with a budget of $65 million.
Collaboration
The satellite was built by a consortium led by Adelaide-based Inovor Technologies.
Payload
Kanyini carries a range of payloads to support various research projects.
Significance
Australian First
Kanyini is the first satellite to be both owned and manufactured in South Australia.
Space Industry Development
The launch contributes to the growth and development of South Australia's space industry.
Data Collection
Kanyini will collect valuable data for research in areas such as climate change, agriculture, and maritime operations.
Timeline
Launch
Kanyini launched on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral, Florida.
Orbit
The satellite is now in orbit around Earth.
2024 Mission
Kanyini is expected to begin its operational mission in 2024.
Sources
- South Australia Government: SA satellite Kanyini on track for 2024 launch
- ABC News: SA-owned and manufactured satellite Kanyini launched into space
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