AP Satellite Installs Equipment on Multi-purpose Practical Satellite No. 7... "Accelerating Private-led Space Development"

On December 4, AP Satellite announced that its self-developed Instrument Data Handling Unit (IDHU), RF Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE), and electronic integration testing systems have been installed on the Multi-purpose Practical Satellite No. 7. The satellite successfully entered its target orbit after being launched in the early hours of December 2.

The Multi-purpose Practical Satellite No. 7, equipped with an ultra-high-resolution electro-optical camera, is capable of capturing high-precision images at the 0.3-meter level. It is expected to be utilized across a wide range of fields, including land management, environmental monitoring, disaster response, urban planning, and scientific research.

The successful and stable entry into orbit immediately after launch is being recognized as a case that strengthens the technological reliability of the geostationary and low-Earth orbit satellite development system. As the private sector-led "New Space" transition accelerates following the successful fourth launch of the Nuri rocket, the technical role of private companies is drawing increasing attention.

The IDHU (Instrument Data Handling Unit) supplied for this satellite processes and manages image data acquired by the satellite. This equipment is a core component that determines the quality and usability of observational data. An AP Satellite representative explained, "Based on our ongoing supply experience, we have enhanced the stability and reliability of the data processing system."

For the satellite's data processing system to function properly, various electrical verifications are required at the ground stage.

The EGSE (Electrical Ground Support Equipment) was used as a key piece of test equipment prior to launch, performing electrical interface verification between the satellite body and main unit, command and data processing checks, as well as power and telemetry function tests. EGSE serves as the starting point to ensure the satellite is in optimal condition to carry out its mission, thereby enhancing the overall system's reliability.

With these technological systems in place, the Multi-purpose Practical Satellite No. 7 has secured a stable foundation necessary for mission execution, and these systems are being cited as major factors supporting the successful launch.

Chief Executive Officer Lee Sunghui stated, "AP Satellite's responsibility for key areas such as IDHU and EGSE on the Multi-purpose Practical Satellite No. 7 is the result of years of accumulated technological competitiveness," adding, "We will continue to strengthen our technological edge not only in geostationary and low-Earth orbit satellites but also in next-generation communications satellite development."

AP Satellite is currently working to establish a satellite AIT (Assembly, Integration, and Testing) center. The center is being built on a site of approximately 791 square meters, with a total floor area of about 1,958 square meters. It will be equipped with a large clean room with a 10-meter ceiling height, as well as facilities for launch, orbit, and electromagnetic environment testing. Once the AIT center is fully operational in 2026, a one-stop system encompassing satellite manufacturing, testing, and verification will be established, further accelerating the expansion of private-sector-led space development.

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