FGN-100-D3, the 113 kg fifth experimental satellite of Fergani Space, founded by Baykar chairman Selçuk Bayraktar, launched from the USA on SpaceX’s Transporter-16 mission and reached a 500-520 km orbit. Alongside systems Fergani built itself, such as reaction wheels, a magnetometer and a GNSS receiver, it carries an AI-supported onboard computer. The company aims to build the Uluğ Bey Global Positioning System of more than 100 satellites within five years.
- Fergani Space
- Selçuk Bayraktar
- Baykar
- satellite
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