UK launches its first Earth-imaging military satellite
by PA Media from Science | The Guardian on (#6Q1RP)
Satellite named Tyche to support armed forces operations as well as monitor natural disasters and impact of climate change
The UK has launched its first military satellite able to capture daytime images and videos of the Earth's surface.
The satellite, named Tyche, will support British armed forces operations as well as monitor natural disasters, help map information development and track the impact of climate change globally, the Ministry of Defence said.
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