IRIDE
IRIDE
Satellites
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Basic Information
Name
IRIDE
Designation
IRIDE
Alternate Designation
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Equipment Type
Satellites
Manufacturer
Thales Alenia Space
Date of Introduction
2026
Description
The IRIDE is a small satellite, Low Earth Orbit (LEO) constellation equipped with Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) to provide Earth Observation services. The first batch of seven satellites was ordered in March 2023, including an Optical Observation satellite, and the second batch of six additional satellites was ordered in October 2024. The IRIDE constellation, produced by Thales Alenia Space, is expected to be operational by 2026.
Overview (Deagel)
Group
Satellites
Status
Under Development
Origin
Italy
Contractor
Thales Alenia Space
Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
2026
Total Production
13
Unitary Cost
EUR 18 million
Specifications (Deagel)
Mass — Weight
170 kilogram
Details
Country of Origin
Italy
Sources
deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a004489
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
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Width
—
Height
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Weight
170 kg
Operators (1)
Italy
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