What types of sensors do Capella's satellites use?
Capella satellites use X-band SAR sensors with multiple imaging modes and polarization options for high-resolution Earth observation.
Each Capella satellite carries an X-band, single-frequency radar capable of acquiring spotlight, sliding spotlight, and stripmap images. The main characteristics of the Capella SAR system are described in the below table:
|
Frequency Band |
X-band (9.4 – 9.9 GHz) |
|
Bandwidth |
Up to 600 MHz |
|
Collect Modes |
Spotlight | Sliding Spotlight | Stripmap |
|
Polarizations |
Single-Pol HH & VV |
|
Orbit Directions |
Ascending & Descending |
|
Look Directions |
Left & Right |
|
Look Angle Ranges |
Standard: 15° - 50° Full: 5° - 50° |