GISTDA'S MICRO AND SMALL SATELLITE PROJECT PLAN

摘要

The Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA) responsible for all space technology activities and geo-informatics applications in Thailand. In order to provide a better access to Earth Observation Satellite (EOS) data, Thailand first Ground Receiving Station was established in 1982. In 2008, the first THailand Earth Observation Satellite (THEOS) (later renamed as THAICHOTE) was successfully launched into space. Since then, the Space technology became very valuable national asset. Therefore, to continue to grow with the GISTDA's vision, "Delivering Values from Space", the development and space technology and their related technology is encouraged by the Thai Government. GISTDA's second ground station was established in 2012, a Space Krenovation Park (SKP) has officially been opened at Sriracha, Chonburi province. Apart from business opportunity, SKP brings in many opportunity for researches and developments. Micro- and small satellite project is one of the vital areas. Research and development road maps have been planned with the focus on technology demonstration, research, know-how and skill development rather than the applications. There is a lot of room for cooperation, research and development opportunities.