Pakistan
Pakistan Gets First Image From Lunar Orbit Via iCube Qamar
Pakistan’s iCube Qamar satellite has successfully sent first image after entering in lunar orbit, marking a significant milestone in the country’s space exploration program.
Launched on board China’s Chang’e-6 spacecraft on May 3, the satellite entered lunar orbit on May 8, according to the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO).
Equipped with two cameras, iCube Qamar is capturing images of the moon from a distance of 200 kilometers.
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The satellite was designed and developed by the Institute of Space Technology (IST) in collaboration with China’s Shanghai University SJTU and SUPARCO.
The Chang’e-6 mission, China’s sixth lunar exploration mission, aims to collect samples from the moon’s far side and return to Earth for research.
The mission also carries significance for Pakistan as it marks the country’s first lunar mission.
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CubeSats like iCube Qamar are small, standardized satellites used for various purposes, including scientific research, technology development, and educational initiatives.
Pakistan’s successful entry into lunar orbit demonstrates its growing capabilities in space technology and exploration.
