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Iran has made significant progress in space technology, according to Hosseini Mounes, a spokesperson who highlighted these achievements during a televised program. Mounes explained that Iran’s aerospace industry has thrived since the Islamic Revolution, thanks to domestic capabilities and the efforts of anonymous scientists.

Mounes emphasized the importance of aerospace technology, noting that once an altitude of 80 to 100 kilometers above Earth is reached, the atmosphere dissipates, and at 200 kilometers, space orbits begin. This enables objects traveling at speeds of 7.5 kilometers per second to enter orbit and serve various purposes, such as satellites or spacecraft.

The integration of space technology into various aspects of human life was also highlighted by Mounes. He cited applications in agriculture, disaster management, meteorology, security, commerce, and science. He further mentioned advancements in communication and the development of radio, television, internet, and broadband communication systems enabled by space-based technologies.

Mounes pointed out the role of navigation satellites like Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), which support numerous applications requiring access to space. He mentioned that almost 100 countries possess satellites, with 60 capable of constructing their own. Iran joined this group in 2008 with the Safir satellite launcher.

The Ministry of Defense oversees Iran’s entire aerospace industry, including satellites, ground stations, and satellite launchers. Entities like the Iran Space Research Center and the Geographical Organization play significant roles in satellite development.

Iran has developed multiple satellite launchers to enhance capabilities. The Safir launcher has successfully placed four satellites into orbit, and the Simorgh and Zoljanah launchers were developed for more versatile applications.

Mounes discussed the revival of the Space High Council, led by President Raisi, which has approved a second ten-year plan for the space industry. He emphasized the Iranian Space Agency’s role in overseeing major space programs and the active involvement of universities, private companies, and the academic network in satellite endeavors. The Military Space Council coordinates with the Space High Council, and armed forces entities like the Space Industries Organization and the Space Force of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps have clear responsibilities in the space sector.

In conclusion, Mounes provided insights into the Sareer satellite launcher, stating that its development has been officially sanctioned and aligned with the Iranian Space Agency. He expressed optimism that the inaugural launches of this satellite launcher would commence within the next 2 to 3 years. The Sareer launcher possesses the capability to reach a 36,000-kilometer orbit, primarily serving communication and television satellites. Mounes also mentioned the development of orbital transfer blocks and new satellites after satellite launcher missions.

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