Pixxel launches 'Fireflies' hyperspectral satellite constellation. Science and Technology | Dated: 23 Nov 2024 Bengaluru (Karnataka) based space start-up Pixxel, which specializes in hyperspectral imaging and Earth observation, has introduced "Fireflies", a constellation of six next-gen hyperspectral satellites. The Fireflies are set to be launched in 2025. 🎯 Key Highlights: - The Fireflies will offer unmatched precision with their native 5-meter resolution, more than 150 spectral bands, and a 40-kilometre (km) wide swath that enables the constellation to access any part of the globe on a daily basis. - This will deliver critical data like early detection of crop diseases, pinpointing water stress, real-time deforestation monitoring, and tracking ocean pollution. 💡 Other Important Facts: (i) Fireflies is built to capture the world and provide clarity and detail needed to make impactful decisions for a better future. (ii) Pixxel has also planned to expand the constellation to 24 satellites. 📚 Test Your Knowledge: Recently, which company launched the 'Fireflies' hyperspectral satellite constellation? Correct Answer: Pixxel 🚀 Quick Recap: