Daily Archives: October 13, 2009

WorldView-2 launched

Posted on October 13, 2009 by Rashid Faridi

Ball Aerospace built WorldView-2 was launched at 18:51 GMT on October 8, 2009. DigitalGlobe partnered with Boeing commercial launch services to deliver WorldView-2 into a sun-synchronous orbit. WorldView-2 is the latest high-resolution, remote-sensing satellite; launched on a Boeing Delta II … Continue reading →

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Satellite images to map Development of Lucknow

Posted on October 13, 2009 by Rashid Faridi

To ensure perfection in drafting the city’s development plan, the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has decided to get satellite images of its development area. LDA plans to get aerial pictures of the city and land use-mapping of major urban/rural objects. … Continue reading →