The next three communication satellites “Gonets-M” will go into space at the end of November
The launch date for the next batch of Russian low-orbit communication spacecraft “Gonets-M” has been determined. This is reported by TASS, citing a source in the rocket and space industry.
Gonets-M is the basis of the Gonets-D1M multifunctional personal satellite communications system (MSPSS). The devices provide data transmission for stationary and mobile objects in areas with incomplete or no coverage of terrestrial communication networks. Services can be provided in any terrain and in all weather conditions.
It is reported that the launch of three satellites “Gonets-M” is scheduled for November 24. The spacecraft will be put into orbit as part of the Federal Space Program of Russia for 2016–2025, which provides for the maintenance of the Gonets-D1M orbital group in operational readiness and in the regular composition.
It should be noted that three Gonets-M satellites have already been launched in September this year. Then the launch took place for the first time using the Soyuz-2.1b launch vehicle. Prior to this, the family’s vehicles were launched into orbit on the Rokot conversion rocket.
“ The replenishment of the constellation is always an increase in the total throughput of the space segment and, at the same time, the efficiency of information delivery. Together with the commissioning of four new regional stations, which we also plan to complete this year, we expect to receive the Gonets-D1M MSPSS with significantly improved characteristics, ”says the operator of the complex,“ Gonets satellite system ”.
