Protecting Our Planet with the Pegasus Mission

We are thrilled to announce that 14 nations have come together to contribute to the groundbreaking Pegasus PocketQube satellite mission, a shining example of international collaboration and technological innovation for environmental conservation.

Pegasus isn’t just a mission—it’s a highly advanced tool designed to monitor and protect the biodiversity of our planet. Here's an in-depth look at the cutting-edge technology driving this global endeavor:

Satellite Specifications: The Pegasus Platform

• CubeSat Design: Built on the Infinity Space Qube 3P chassis, Pegasus represents the pinnacle of miniaturized satellite engineering, maximizing performance in a small and efficient form.
• Payload Volume: Optimized with a 1.5P payload volume, ensuring ample space for its multi-functional onboard systems.
• Power Supply: Average Payload Power: 100mW, carefully balanced for continuous operation. Peak Power Generation: 325mW, driven by state-of-the-art solar energy systems.

Mission Payloads: Innovating for Impact

1. Primary Payload: HDR Multispectral Imaging Sensor Enables detailed imaging of Earth's surface, tracking changes in wildlife habitats, forest coverage, and agricultural patterns with unprecedented clarity.
2. Secondary Payload: Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Tracker Tracks tagged wildlife species, providing real-time insights into migration patterns, population dynamics, and threats from human encroachment.
3. Tertiary Payload: Thermal Infrared Imaging Sensor Detects subtle thermal variations, crucial for monitoring species in remote or densely vegetated areas and identifying areas impacted by deforestation or climate change

?? Communication & Data Systems

• Antenna: The 437 MHz UHF dipole antenna ensures reliable, long-range communication with ground stations across the globe.
• Data Storage: Equipped with 128 Mb NOR Flash storage, allowing efficient data management onboard the satellite.
• High-Speed Downlink: Offers a 2.8 Gb/s UHF data transfer rate, enabling rapid transmission of critical environmental data for timely analysis.

Why It Matters

Pegasus leverages the latest in multispectral, thermal, and tracking technologies to provide conservationists and researchers with the tools they need to combat biodiversity loss. Its ability to detect and analyze habitat changes, track endangered species, and quantify human impacts in real time opens new avenues for protecting ecosystems worldwide.

?? A Global Achievement

This mission embodies the best of what we can achieve when nations, engineers, and conservationists unite to face global challenges. With the support of 14 contributing nations, we are advancing the science of Earth observation and biodiversity preservation, paving the way for a sustainable future.

To every scientist, engineer, and supporter: thank you for bringing Pegasus to life. Together, we are not just monitoring change; we are driving solutions for a healthier planet.

Let’s continue this vital work to safeguard our shared home for generations to come!