“UAE Space” and Khalifa University begins to run the first sustainable impulsive system of a miniature satellite that is developed in countries

Both Khalifa University of Science and Technology and the Emirates Space Agency announced today, a prominent achievement in the field of innovation in space by starting to operate the first accurate and safe system of the environment that was developed in the UAE to benefit from it in the mini -satellite satellite with 6 units. The system and its construction and tested entirely within the country, which represents an important step in enhancing the national capabilities of designing and using satellites.

The project is part of the mini -satellite initiative with 6 units, as it was supported by the Emirates Space Agency through an official agreement with Khalifa University. The initiative aims to review the tropical technology of missions that are sent to the low ground orbit, and six university researchers and prominent assistants from the Emirates Space Agency participate in the project. The system has now entered the final stage of experimental operation in the small satellite laboratory at Khalifa University.

The payment system, which was developed by researchers at the Khalifa University Laboratory for Innovation and Space Technology, is a sustainable alternative to traditional chemical systems, as high -concentrated peroxide uses a non -toxic payment material that disintegrates to become water vapor and oxygen. The compressed payment unit in the system, which is characterized by high -level performance and the size of two units, has five freedom engines to control five degrees, which is an unfamiliar achievement of small satellites.

In this regard, the Director General of the Emirates Space Agency, Salem Butti Al -Qubaisi, said: “Today we celebrate a historic event in the sphere of space innovation march of the UAE, by launching a safe payment system on the environment and developed locally in small satellites with a size of 6 units, as this strategic achievement embodies our commitment to sustainable space technologies, and also testifies to the capabilities of the people of the country in the field of engineering.”

Meanwhile, the President of Khalifa University, Professor Ibrahim Al -Hajri said: “The project of pushing small satellites is in the context of our cooperation with the Emirates Space Agency, with the UAE vision to enhance local and regional capabilities in the field of space, as these advanced systems are a qualitative shift in the state’s ability to independently verify the complex and sustainable space technologies. On caring for national capabilities, promoting local infrastructure and innovation that not only supports the self -sufficient space system, but also contributes to global scientific progress. “

The small satellite payment unit will merge with 6 units and operate at full capacity, and it is expected to be launched by the end of 2026. The main task lies in showing the orbit payment capabilities by controlling the rise and tropical maneuvers, and the success of the experiment aims to pave the way for the first mini -satellite group for the UAE, and the establishment of an essential base for sustainable and developing access to the space It will also be considered the first of its kind in the Gulf Cooperation Council region.

The team has also built a dedicated facility for the payment test in Millions Newton, now operating in Abu Dhabi. This facility will be available for future use by external researchers and partners in the industrial sector, which contributes to enhancing the broader capabilities of the UAE in the field of research and development of space payment. Khalifa University will lead the grouping, integration and testing of small satellites with national institutions that include the Emirates Space Agency, in addition to international partners to secure a date for launch.