Electron | Finding Hot Wildfires Near You (OroraTech OTC-P1)
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Launch Information
Launch Provider:
Rocket Lab
Launch Date:
March 26, 2025 15:30 UTC
Window Start:
2025-03-26T15:30:00Z
Window End:
2025-03-26T16:00:00Z
Rocket Details
Rocket:
Electron
Configuration:
Launch Location
Launch Pad:
Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1B
Location:
Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1, Mahia Peninsula, New Zealand, New Zealand
Mission Details
Mission Name:
Finding Hot Wildfires Near You (OroraTech OTC-P1)
Type:
Earth Science
Orbit:
Sun-Synchronous Orbit
Mission Description:
8 satellites for a constellation of satellites developed by Orora Technologies (OroraTech) of Germany, with thermal infrared cameras that can provide 24/7 monitoring of wildfires globally, supporting better and faster wildfire response to protect forests, people, and infrastructure worldwide. The company plans to expand their constellation with up to 100 satellites in total by 2028.