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September 20, 2025
Sri Lanka’s Third Nano-Satellite ‘BIRDS-X Dragonfly’ Successfully Deployed into Orbit
Sri Lanka’s third nano-satellite, developed in collaboration with the Kyushu Institute of Technology (Kyutech), Japan, and the Arthur C. Clarke Institute for Modern Technologies (ACCIMT), Sri Lanka, was successfully deployed into orbit at 2:20 p.m. yesterday (19). The research satellite, named BIRDS-X Dragonfly, will conduct three key space research missions. Notably, the ACCIMT confirmed that the project comes at no cost [...]The post Sri Lanka’s Third Nano-Satellite ‘BIRDS-X Dragonfly’ Successfully Deployed into Orbit appeared first on LNW Lanka News Web.
Sri Lanka has reached another milestone in its space exploration journey with the successful deployment of its third nano-satellite, the ‘BIRDS-X Dragonfly,’ into orbit. The launch, which took place at 2:20 p.m. yesterday (19th), marks a significant step forward for the island nation's burgeoning space program and its commitment to scientific research.
The BIRDS-X Dragonfly is a research satellite collaboratively developed by the Kyushu Institute of Technology (Kyutech) in Japan and the Arthur C. Clarke Institute for Modern Technologies (ACCIMT) in Sri Lanka. This partnership highlights the importance of international cooperation in advancing space technology and scientific knowledge.
The ACCIMT has proudly announced that the project was undertaken at no cost, making it an exceptionally efficient and valuable endeavor for the country. This achievement demonstrates Sri Lanka's ability to leverage international partnerships and expertise to achieve significant advancements in space technology without straining the national budget.
The nano-satellite is designed to carry out three key space research missions. While the specifics of these missions haven't been detailed, they are expected to contribute valuable data and insights in various areas of space science. Nano-satellites like BIRDS-X Dragonfly are increasingly popular tools for conducting research in orbit due to their relatively low cost and versatility. They can be used for a wide range of applications, including Earth observation, communication, and scientific experiments.
The successful deployment of BIRDS-X Dragonfly represents a major achievement for Sri Lanka's space program, showcasing the nation's growing capabilities in space technology and its commitment to scientific research and development. It also underscores the importance of international collaboration in driving innovation and expanding our understanding of the universe. This accomplishment is sure to inspire future generations of Sri Lankan scientists and engineers to pursue careers in the exciting field of space exploration.
The BIRDS-X Dragonfly is a research satellite collaboratively developed by the Kyushu Institute of Technology (Kyutech) in Japan and the Arthur C. Clarke Institute for Modern Technologies (ACCIMT) in Sri Lanka. This partnership highlights the importance of international cooperation in advancing space technology and scientific knowledge.
The ACCIMT has proudly announced that the project was undertaken at no cost, making it an exceptionally efficient and valuable endeavor for the country. This achievement demonstrates Sri Lanka's ability to leverage international partnerships and expertise to achieve significant advancements in space technology without straining the national budget.
The nano-satellite is designed to carry out three key space research missions. While the specifics of these missions haven't been detailed, they are expected to contribute valuable data and insights in various areas of space science. Nano-satellites like BIRDS-X Dragonfly are increasingly popular tools for conducting research in orbit due to their relatively low cost and versatility. They can be used for a wide range of applications, including Earth observation, communication, and scientific experiments.
The successful deployment of BIRDS-X Dragonfly represents a major achievement for Sri Lanka's space program, showcasing the nation's growing capabilities in space technology and its commitment to scientific research and development. It also underscores the importance of international collaboration in driving innovation and expanding our understanding of the universe. This accomplishment is sure to inspire future generations of Sri Lankan scientists and engineers to pursue careers in the exciting field of space exploration.
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