Using a “swarm” of small satellites has a number of advantages, BelTA learned from Sergei Zolotoi, Director of the Geoinformation Systems enterprise of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus, during a press conference timed to World Aviation and Cosmonautics Day.
Sergei Zolotoi said: “Since the functionality of light and inexpensive satellites is limited, the principles of using them for remote sensing are slightly different [in comparison with the usage of heavy satellites]....
Negotiations are in progress, Chief Academic Secretary of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus Vasily Gursky told BelTA during a press conference timed to World Aviation and Cosmonautics Day when asked about Belarus’ plans to participate in a program on exploring the Moon together with Russia.
Vasily Gursky said: “Belarusian scientists have indeed secured accomplishments, including in space exploration. Partners from Russia and China are interested in inviting our scientists...
A Cuban military delegation led by the commander of the Cuban Revolutionary Air and Air Defense Force is paying a working visit to Belarus. During the exchange of views, Belarus and Cuba expressed mutual interest in the development of contacts in the Air Force and Air Defense Forces, BelTA learned from the Defense Ministry.
The Central House of Officers of the Armed Forces of Belarus hosted talks between Major General Andrei Lukyanovich, Commander of the Air Force and Air Defense...