What was IKONOS used for?
IKONOS was a commercial Earth observation satellite, and was the first to collect publicly available high-resolution imagery at 1- and 4-meter resolution. It collected multispectral (MS) and panchromatic (PAN) imagery.
When was IKONOS launched?
September 24, 1999
Ikonos/Launch date
IKONOS launched from Vandenberg Air Force Base Launch Complex 6 on September 24, 1999. A Lockheed Martin Athena II rocket placed IKONOS on orbit 423 miles above Earth.
How can I download IKONOS imagery for free?
You can try ESA third party portal where you can find detailed information and related redirecting for accessing data. In order to download IKONOS (https://earth.esa.int/web/guest/missions/3rd-party-missions/current-missions/ikonos-2) imagery you need fast registration (approx.
What is an IKONOS image?
IKONOS (Greek for image) was one of the first commercial satellites to serve imagery to the public. In 2000, it was a big upgrade with blue, green, red, and near-infrared (NIR) at 4-meter resolution. In addition, it collected 1-meter panchromatic images and stereo imagery.
Are IKONOS images free?
There are no way to freely access to HQ satellite images. They are all commercial product and sold at a high price.
What is the sensor of IKONOS?
The IKONOS satellite sensor is a high-resolution satellite operated by MAXAR Technologies Inc. Its capabilities include capturing a 3.2m multispectral, Near-Infrared (NIR) 0.82m panchromatic resolution at nadir. More information on Stereo IKONOS Satellite.
Which country launched IKONOS?
The IKONOS satellite sensor was successfully launched as the first commercially available high-resolution satellite sensor on September 24, 1999, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, USA. The IKONOS satellite sensor is a high-resolution satellite operated by MAXAR Technologies Inc.
Are Ikonos images free?
What is the spatial resolution of Ikonos?
0.82 m
| Spectral range PAN (panchromatic) | 0.45 – 0.90 µm |
|---|---|
| Spectral range MS (multispectral) | 0.45-0.52 µm, 0.52-0.60 µm, 0.63-0.69 µm, 0.69-0.90 µm |
| Spatial resolution (GSD) | 0.82 m PAN, 3.2 m MS, orbital altitude of 600 km |
| Swath width | 12.2 km |
| Design life | 5 years |
What is the sensor of Ikonos?
Is Ikonos data free?
Free data is not possible get access. you need to contact the concern team to purchase. Available at https://earthexplorer.usgs.gov for some areas of IKONOS Image or OrbView Image that has a resolution of 1 meters.
Is Ikonos passive or active?
| Sensor | Wavelength | Satellite(s) |
|---|---|---|
| High Resolution Radiometer AVHRR (Passive) | IR .7-1000 µm | POES IKONOS Landsat |
| Radiometer (Passive) (examples: AMSR & SSM/I) | Microwave .1-100 cm | TRMM EOS |
| Scatterometer (Active) (example: SAR) | Microwave .1-100 cm | Radarsat QuikSCAT |
| Altimeter (Active) | Microwave .1-100 cm | TOPEX / POSEIDON |