Pakistan Space and Satellite Developments

[asaad-ul-islam]

Or may be Pakistan will start announcing the results one by one when it completes them in near future. As the case of Babur & Raad cruise missiles etc.

you're on target, pakistan will only reveal these things when its done
we don't wet our pants in an effort to become a superpower, we always do what's best depending on the situation.

things have always been difficult for pakistan, especially now with the war on terror and the world's attention toward us. the best we can do is make du'a like we have always done, for Allah to make it easy for our scientists and to help them accomplish their goals.

Be patient, soon insha'Allah you will see the fruits of pakistan's hard work pay off when it starts to call the shots on the world stage. You wouldn't believe what pakistan is working on right now.

But why Pakistan is wasting so much time in developing satellites and SLVs despite launching BADR satellites & an advanced SSM program?

well, i think it will be a lot better if pakistan did not reveal an SLV until we have a functioning ICBM. if we make an SLV before we have an ICBM, it will only make things worse.

One more question, Why the website of NESCOM is not yet ready, while this is the backbone of Pakistan's advance defence technology R & D Organisation?

NESCOM is basically pakistan's DRDO, except a big success. due to the secretive nature of pakistan's defense projects, there is no information available on anything. you will only find out when pakistan tests a new weapons system.

it's interesting to note the nature of pakistan's military acquistions. pakistan pushes for ToT on technologies that come from a wide array of different military acquistions.

for example the tech that will come with Paksat 1R, pakistan will have transponders for data-linking and communication through a secure link which will be used for ecrypted military communications in net-centric warfare. this is a dual-use technology which can only be available to us because of our MNNA or major non-nato ally status.

another example being the RSSS program with China. countries like bangladesh and thailand will use the different sensors for weather forcast and geological purposes. pakistan, well, obviously will use it develop a tech base in satellite imagery.

now, what will happen if we put the above together? these projects are just the publicized ones. imagine what pakistan is working on now indigenously and with china?

pakistan has license to build turbojet engines for our F-16 A/B models. if you go through the list of UAV's pakistan is currently using, you can find the nishan TJ1000 ( INTEGRATED DYNAMICS :: Nishan TJ1000 UAV System ) which uses a mini-turbojet engine. this means that pakistan has now minituarized a technology, which is an impressive feat. suppose we can develop a large turbofan engine based off the mini-turbofan on the babur cruise missile?

do you see how pakistan is able to piece the different technologies together? we take what our scientists can handle and when our base in R&D is strong enough, you can expect great results.

this is real efficiency, unlike india which will get ToT on tech it simply can't handle. that's why DRDO is failing to deliver, so much to the point now where the indian govt. urges it to cooperate with the private sector.
i hope this helps, regards asad.

 

[lakefork7]

MaashaAllah. Good job!

 

[Ababeel]

I hope it will be the case. Let's hope for the best & wait n watch, Thanks!!!!!!!!

 

[shehbazi2001]

Some information on a satellite-tracking radar with some capabilities and details.

This radar is called GRAVES. Its transmitter and receiver sections are very large and quite different from traditional radars.

www.fas.org/spp/military/program/track/graves.pdf

 

[Super Falcon]

i think it will be great if we can get it

 

[dr.umer]

Pakistan planning to set up APSCO for promoting space technology ​

ISLAMABAD, Oct 4 (APP): On the pattern of European Space Agency, Pakistan is planning to set up Asia-Pacific Space Cooperation Organisation (APSCO) in collaboration with China aimed at making regional countries self-sufficient in the field of space technology.

The organisation is likely to start functioning by end of this year or in next year, Secretary Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) Air Commodore Arshad Hussain Siraj told PTV Saturday.

Pakistan is founding member of APSCO, while China being time-tested and all-weather friend of Pakistan is contributing ‘major support’ in setting up of such an organisation, he added.

Secretary SUPARCO said space programmes are costly and no individual country has capacity to complete any satellite project on its own. So, this forum would provide an opportunity in the region to help each other through various means in this sector, he said.

World Space Week is being observed from October 4 to 12 to create awareness among masses about importance of space and its related education for the contemporary world.

The space week is celebrated across the world because first space shuttle was launched on October 4, 1957.

Air Commodore Arshad Hussain Siraj said SUPARCO is working on a National Satellite Development Programme under which projects like communication satellite, remote sensing satellite, satellite launching vehicle and human resource development would be completed.

Presently, he said Pakistan has a leased satellite PAKSAT-1, which would hopefully be replaced with state-of-the-art technology PAKSAT-1R in 2011. It would be a communication satellite, he mentioned.

 

[Pk_Thunder]

this indeed a good news for pakistan..thx for sharing dr.sahab

 

[Black Stone]

This is good cooperation in space for Asian nations. I would presume China being the dominant space power would share their expertise with Pakistan et al.

 

[AgNoStiC MuSliM]

"Air Commodore Arshad Hussain Siraj said SUPARCO is working on a National Satellite Development Programme under which projects like communication satellite, remote sensing satellite, satellite launching vehicle and human resource development would be completed."

 

[metalfalcon]

Really very good news for Pakistan and China , its been a long while since i listened to any good news from Pakistan .

Pakistan must take actions in the field of space technology as India is far ahead of us and we need to work really hard to catch up with India. Recently they have launched 10 satellites in space with one rocket and we have to break that record and China is the best country to help us out in this case as you all know China recently completed its Human space walk mission.

If Govt of Pakistan takes all the Necessary steps i have no doubt Pakistan will reach MOON before India does Even if the project is shared with China its not a big issue.

Pakistan must develop its own Space research program as well because its a necessary in order to survive in modern world and Pakistan should Launch MILITARY SPY SATELLITES along with other communication satellites.

 

[Al-zakir]

Asia-Pacific Space Cooperation Organization starts operation_English_Xinhua



BEIJING, Dec. 16 (Xinhua) -- The Asia-Pacific Space Cooperation Organization (APSCO) formally started operation here Tuesday, 16 years after the idea was put forward.

The APSCO, headquartered in Beijing, now has seven member states, China, Bangladesh, Iran, Mongolia, Pakistan, Peru and Thailand. Indonesia and Turkey also signed the APSCO convention, said a statement issued after the founding ceremony.

The organization aims to promote the multilateral cooperation in space science and technology. Its members will work together in development and research, space technology application and training of space experts, the statement said.

"China will give active support to the APSCO and work with other countries for better exchanges and cooperation in peaceful development of outer space among Asian-Pacific countries," said Chinese Vice Premier Zhang Dejiang in a congratulation letter to the APSCO.

The idea of founding an organization like this was put forward by China, Thailand and Pakistan in 1992 and the preparation started in 2001.

In 2005, the APSCO convention was signed in Beijing.

Representatives from Argentina, Malaysia, the Philippines, Russia and Sri Lanka also attended the founding ceremony.

 

[Beskar]

That's awesome news!

Our scientists are capable of achieving anything. And it's my belief that their effort in this joint venture would be highly praised.

 

[HAIDER]

Pakistan has decided to manufacture the latest satellite version and launchers indigenously. Until now, Suparco was manufacturing weather forecast satellites.

Scientists and engineers of the commission are determined to achieve on schedule the mission of manufacturing and launching communication and surveillance satellites.

The former Chairman of Suparco, Dr. Salim Mehmud, appreciated the directives of the president regarding manufacturing and launching of a multipurpose satellite. He recalled that Suparco provided the foundation for the country’s missile program.

NASA launched a Nike-Cajun (renamed: Rehbar-1) rocket from Pakistan’s territory. To this date, Suparco claims to have launched over 200 sounding rockets for scientific purposes. The co-operation with NASA led to the training of several Pakistani Scientists abroad. Soon afterwards, Pakistan set in motion its own sounding rocket program.

During the 1980’s Pakistan established high-altitude rocket production and propulsion factory.Pakistan also built rocket testing, high-speed tracking radar and telemetry related facilities. Today, most rockets acquired or manufactured by Suparco are launched from Sonmiani test range. It is possible that any future satellite launch vehicle might also be launched from this spot.

The head director of Suparco announced, in 1981, that Pakistan will launch an indigenous satellite launch vehicle within a decade. In January 1989, Suparco successfully launched a multistage space launch vehicle to an altitude of 480~600 km. The rocket carried a 150 kilogram payload into deep space.

Soon afterwards, however, Suparco faced many disasters. The challenger space shuttle tragedy forced the delay of Pakistan’s first satellite (Badar-A) launch. Furthermore, Suparco faced strict sanctions on the import of several materials required to launch and manufacture rockets during the early 90’s. The delay of the Russian launch vehicle also resulted in a long delay for the launch of Pakistan’s second satellite (Badar-B). These tragedies had an immense impact on Suparco’s plan to launch and place its own satellite in orbit.

Pakistan has been involved in the development of military related missiles since the late 1980’s. On April 6, 1998 Pakistan successfully tested a medium range ballistic missile known as Ghauri. Ghauri Missile can carry a payload of 700 kg to an optimum range of 1500 kilometers. Furthermore, Ghauri Missile reportedly reached an altitude of 350 km before directing itself to the designated target. Pakistan has also manufactured and tested other Intermediate Range Ballistic Missiles (Range: 2,500-5,499 km). Pakistan’s indigenous ballistic missile program is a clear example of its expertise in this field.

Interestingly, many U.S based intelligence agencies have reported ties between Suparco and Kahuta Research Laboratories (the key producer of Pakistan’s ballistic missiles). According to U.S sources, it is also possible that a joint satellite launch vehicle and ballistic missile development program was agreed between North Korea, Pakistan and Iran in 1993. It is anticipated that Pakistan’s Satellite Launch Vehicles will utilize the advance ballistic missile technology developed by Kahuta Research Laboratories (with possible involvement with Suparco and/or North Korea). Indian SLV-3/ASLV used Agni ballistic missile as the first stage and as boosters. As with India, China, and North Korea; Pakistan might use Ghauri/Saheen/Abdali/Ghaznavi type ballistic missiles as its stages (possibly first and second).

During the IDEAS 2002 defense exhibition Pakdef spotted two similar models of Pakistani Satellite Launch Vehicles. The first model points out a possible three stage SLV. Judging from other similar SLV’s, it is estimated that it can place a payload weighing less than 80 kilogram to an orbit 450 kilometers above Earth’s surface. However the exact data remains unknown. The second model of the SLV seems similar to the first model however, with four extra boosters. Many nations with SLV technology developed boosters based on their missile technology. Therefore it is fair to assume that the boosters on the second model might also be based on one of Pakistan’s ballistic missiles.

Suparco has already tested two high altitude sounding rockets; Shahpar and Rakhnum. Shahpar is a 7 meter solid fuel two stage rocket that can carry a payload of 55 kilograms to an altitude of 450 kilometers. And Rakhnum can lift a payload of 38 kilograms to an altitude of 100 kilometers.

As pointed out before, several U.S intelligence reports indicate possible involvement between North Korea, Pakistan and Iran. This is plausible since both Pakistan and Iran has expressed desire to launch satellites on their own. Furthermore, both nations have been suspected for involvement with North Korea’s ballistic missile technology. Keeping this in mind, it might not be surprising that both Iranian and Pakistani personnel were present at the August 1998 launch of Taep’o-dong 1 North Korean SLV.

Both Iran and Pakistan are racing towards space. On January 2004 Iranian authorities reported that their indigenous SLV will soon place a satellite in orbit. While Pakistan, on the other hand, plans to launch an SLV within the next five years. The exact nature of Pakistan’s SLV program remains unknown. However, judging from Pakistan’s ballistic missile technology, it can be said that Pakistan Government and Suparco might just be waiting for the right moment to test Pakistan’s first satellite launch vehicle.

Pakistan Plans to Launch Its Own Satellite Indonesia Arab Blog

 

[ajpirzada]

lot of hope in this above article

 

[rubyjackass]

Any links to Paksitan's space record will be appreciated.