Public and Private Sectors Collaborate on Launch Vehicles, Emphasizing the Role of Private Industry in Space Ventures.
Iran’s Space Industry Sees Competition and Embraces Private Sector Involvement
According to IDEA, During an event in the field of space industry, Hassan Salarieh, the head of Iran’s Space Agency, revealed that two organizations, the Ministry of Defense’s Aerospace Organization and the Aerospace Force of the Revolutionary Guards, are competing to develop launch vehicles.
As part of the celebration of World Space Week, Iran’s Space Agency showcased the achievements in a press conference. During the event, Hassan Salarieh stressed the importance of involving the private sector in the space industry. He noted that when the space industry is solely in the hands of the government, it becomes costly and less efficient. To overcome this challenge, he highlighted the need for government entities like the Space Agency and the Satellite Research Institute to engage with the private sector, promoting efficiency and innovation.
Salarieh stated, “When the industry is government-controlled, it becomes expensive. However, when it involves the private sector, it becomes cost-effective and agile.” He further advocated for removing certain space systems from government procurement, emphasizing that such practices hamper progress.
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In another part of the event, the discussion turned to launch vehicles. Salarieh discussed the need for innovation in this sector, highlighting that if Iran fails to take the initiative, a crucial part of its space industry will remain incomplete. He voiced concerns about relying on foreign launch providers to send Iranian satellites into space and emphasized the significance of domestic capabilities.
Salarieh encouraged cooperation with two notable entities: the Ministry of Defense’s Aerospace Organization and the Aerospace Force of the Revolutionary Guards. He said they are actively working to make the private sector a part of the space industry, taking into account security considerations.
Furthermore, the event featured a presentation by the Commander of the Aerospace Force of the Revolutionary Guards, who reviewed the organization’s space programs. He noted that the Aerospace Force has been independently pursuing space activities since 2016 and successfully launched the “Noor-3” satellite in 2020.
The Commander highlighted the remarkable capabilities of the Noor-3 satellite, explaining that it utilizes native algorithms for control, enabling accurate navigation. The satellite also features a star sensor that significantly improves its orientation and navigation accuracy. The combination of these technologies ensures that the Noor-3 satellite can be precisely controlled from Earth.
The Commander also mentioned the use of trusters in the Noor-3 satellite, which are crucial for compensating for deviations and ensuring the satellite’s stability, especially during extended missions.
In summary, the event underscored the importance of collaboration between Iran’s public and private sectors in the field of space technology and encouraged private sector involvement in space ventures. It also highlighted Iran’s achievements and self-reliance in space technology.
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