2019 · Russian Space Forces
Geo-IK-2 N13L (Kosmos 2540)
successRokot / Briz-KM | Geo-IK-2 N13L (Kosmos 2540)
Geo-IK-2 is a Russian geodesy mission to deliver precise three-dimensional maps of the Earth’s surface and gravitational data for use in scientific studies and military applications. Using GLONASS for accurate positioning data, the 1400kg satellite will operate in a 1000km polar orbit.
Overview
- Date / time
- August 30, 2019 at 02:00 PM UTC
- Outcome
- success
- Launch site
- 133/3 (133L)
- Mission
- Geo-IK-2 N13L (Kosmos 2540)
- Mission type
- Earth Science
- Orbit achieved
- Polar Orbit