Pak, China to launch joint communications satellite in 2011: Envoy

[INS Shivalik]

Mam i was saying that although Indians are considered to be the one who report about the Pakistan's Progress and they just tend to joined the thread and post. By the way, if you have the pics of SLV (Pak) you where talking about then please post them.

Sure here You go Sir

 

[Nishan_101]

what benefits pakistan defence will get from this satelliete and do pakistan has any intention of sending military satlite in space as israel has sent and indians

These satellite can play an important role in the communication gap that is present in our military like it can be used to control UAV/UCAVs with the portable GCS system (Ground control System). Other than that it can be used by our Tanks, APCs, Brigades, Chopper Pilots, Ships or Subs & Aircraft pilots to communicate with the central command or to relay picture of the battle field or another Tactical data that is needed to be transmitted to a long distance that can not be transmitted through conventional way.

 

[IceCold]

maybe india can launch non-military satellites for pakistan?

Thanks but no thanks. Satellites are considered as a strategic asset even when it is meant for a non military use, sending it to India for launch will bring its own set of problems. In simple terms you just don't send your top of the line equipment to an enemy country.

 

[Nishan_101]

Thanks but no thanks. Satellites are considered as a strategic asset even when it is meant for a non military use, sending it to India for launch will bring its own set of problems. In simple terms you just don't send your top of the line equipment to an enemy country.

Good going man

 

[Avatar]

Thanks but no thanks. Satellites are considered as a strategic asset even when it is meant for a non military use, sending it to India for launch will bring its own set of problems. In simple terms you just don't send your top of the line equipment to an enemy country.

Come on ..we aren't that bad

Anyways, what you call "top of the line" might be that, only for you. We have more important things to do than tamper with your "top of the line equipment"

 

[Arsalan]

when will this very very soon going to happen..???

not the same soon as the one which will see the LCA flying

this is what happens when a nations energy is wasted on too much armaments and completely ignores other needs of nation, Pakistan's talent is getting wasted--so sad

and this perfectly showns your mentality! do you think launching communication satellite have some thing to do with weapons or something? do you mean to say that indian space programs also have something destructive hidden in them??
Boy we are talking about Communication satellite, i wonder what made you take it as, ICBM,i guess!!
this shown the aggression hiddne in people!

 

[Arsalan]

Sure here You go Sir

no repprt claiming it to be Pakistan SLV. please provide any source.
this is the first image when you google the word " Pakistan SLV", may htat made you post it here!!. i cannot find any article claiming this one to be Pakistans SLV.

regards!

 

[Arsalan]

Pakistan will soon launch its satellite very very soon on its own SLV but the problem is this we should try to lauch more and more Comm.Satellite as well as Spy Satellite to have a good reconascense in our

this is an old article but is worth a read.

Analysis of Pakistan's Satellite Launch Vehicle (SLV)

On 7th June 1962, 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.

regadrs!

 

[Icarus]

china is doing everything in this project also plus some involvement of pakistan.

Source ? Link ?

 

[challenger]

Pak, China to launch joint communications satellite in 2011: Envoy
PTI, Oct 20, 2010, 01.08pm IST

BEIJING: Pakistan is closely collaborating with China to launch a joint space communications satellite next year that will be a milestone in their friendship, the country's envoy here said today.

The new satellite called Paksat-1R will bring immense economic benefits to Pakistan, Pakistani Ambassador to China, Masood Khan, said.

He made the remarks while addressing an official function here to mark the anniversary of the establishment of the China Great Wall Industry Corporation (CGWIC).

The agreement to launch the satellite and set up a joint communications project was reached during Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari's visit to China in 2008.

The CGWIC, established in 1980, is the sole commercial organisation authorised by the Chinese government to provide satellites, commercial launch services and carry out international space cooperation.

It is actively involved in the international marketing of products and services using space technology.

As China prepares to develop Mars exploration technologies for starting a joint mission with Russia in 2011, Ambassador Khan expressed the hope that a Pakistani astronaut will travel aboard a Chinese spacecraft one day.

Pak, China to launch joint communications satellite in 2011: Envoy - The Times of India

 

[challenger]

Pakistan set to launch space communication satellite next year

BEIJING, Oct 20 (APP): Pakistan is closely collaborating with China for launching a joint space communication satellite next year. It will be a milestone in Pak-China friendship and bring immense economic benefits to Pakistan, said Ambassador Masood Khan while addressing the 30th anniversary of the establishment of China Great Wall Industry Corporation (CGWIC) on Wednesday.

The agreement to set up the joint satellite communication project called Pasksat-1R was signed in 2008 and witnessed was by Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari and his Chinese counterpart President Hu Jintao.

Established in 1980, CGWIC is the sole commercial organization authorized by the Chinese government to provide satellites, commercial launch services and to carry out international space cooperation.

The CGWIC is actively involved in the international marketing of products and services utilizing space technology and provides high quality products and specialized services in diversified fields.

While felicitating the CGWC on its 30th anniversary, Ambassador Khan congratulated China over the launch of its second lunar orbiter Chang’e 2 earlier this month. He also extended heartiest felicitations to China National Space Administration and China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation.

Recalling the launch of China’s first satellite Shen Zhou Qihao in September 2008, the Ambassador said that with its launch whole China seemed to have soared into space. He regarded it a true revolution of expectations and achievements.

He said it has been a privilege for Pakistan to be associated with the GWIC.

“The CGWIC is China’s aerospace industry’s international face. Through its in-orbit delivery services, commercial launch services, and aerospace technology applications, it promotes international cooperation with Asia, Africa, Latin America as well as all the other continents of the world. Its effort will help harness the resources of space and outer space for the common good of humanity,” he said.

The company can rightly take pride for its sterling growth and performance in the past 30 years. It is, infact, a symbol of China’s rapid and unprecedented growth in the last three decades, he continued.

The Ambassador paid special tribute to the able, hardworking and visionary leadership of the CASC and CGWIC over their successes.
He specially complimented the work of China’s outstanding space scientists and CGWIC for internationalized development of space technologies.

Dilating on the recent flood devastation in Pakistan, he said, the country has passed through one of the most difficult periods in its history. 20 million people were affected or uprooted by the devastation of the unprecedented floods.

“At this difficult hour, the Government and people of China stood by Pakistan. CGWIC is one of those friends who stepped forward to assist us in our relief and recovery effort” ambassador Khan observed.

He expressed deepest appreciation and most profound gratitude of the Government and the people of Pakistan to CGWIC for its financial contribution of RMB 500,000 to Pakistan’s relief effor the said.

As China prepares to launch Shenzhou Bahao, and to develop Mars exploration technologies for starting a joint mission with Russia in 2011, Ambassador Masood Khan expressed the aspiration that one day a Pakistani astronaut will travel aboard Shenzhou.

“We always say that Pakistan-China relations are deeper than oceans and higher than mountains. On the day a Pakistani astronaut boards Shenzhou we would say our friendship is as vast as the space itself,” he said.

“Going to space has always a beautiful dream for humanity. It is professional entities like CASC and CGWIC that make this dream possible. They bring stars in our grasp,” he concluded.

Mr. Cao Gangchuan, former Vice Chairman of the CPC Central Military Commission and former Minister of National Defence Mr. Song Jian, former Vice Chairman of CPPCC National Committee Mr. Ma Xingrui, President China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, Mr. Liu Zhenmin, Assistant Foreign Minister and Mr. Yin Liming, President China Great Wall Industry Corporation were also present on the occasion.

Associated Press Of Pakistan ( Pakistan's Premier NEWS Agency )

 

[challenger]

PRC is PRC. Excellent. Some from Hong Kong may get disappointed, but PRC is and will be with its ally all the time.

Pakistani members, please don't lose trust in the PRC, your ally, your friend.

Best of luck to the launch.

 

[Frankenstein]

excellent news

 

[challenger]

excellent news

Pakistan Ambassador Khan expressed the hope that a Pakistani astronaut will travel aboard a Chinese spacecraft in the not too distant future.

Oct. 20 – China and Pakistan are collaborating to launch a joint space communications satellite next year, Pakistani Ambassador to China Masood Khan revealed in Beijing today.

The new satellite, named Paksat-1R, is expected to bring immense economic benefits to Pakistan. It is the culmination of an agreement reached during Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari’s visit to China in 2008 to launch the satellite and set up a joint communications project.

Ambassador Khan’s remarks came while addressing an official function in Beijing to mark the anniversary of the establishment of the China Great Wall Industry Corporation (CGWIC).

Established in 1980, the CGWIC is the sole commercial organization authorized by the Chinese government to provide satellites, commercial launch services, and carry out international space cooperation.

Ambassador Khan expressed the hope that a Pakistani astronaut will travel aboard a Chinese spacecraft in the not too distant future.

China and Pakistan to Jointly Launch Communications Satellite | 2point6billion.com - Foreign Direct Investment in Asia

 

[razgriz19]

The project was aimed to enhance the know-how of young scientists and engineers about communication satellite engineering. The philosophy was to design a satellite such as it would fly, however, while implementing the design, use commercial components to keep the cost low since the satellite will only be a functional lab model.

Prototype Paksat-1R is a communication satellite, which has three C-band Transponders as the communication payload. All the subsystems have been designed and developed indigenously. Integration and testing have also been performed. The project was completed in three years time.

The satellite bus comprised the following subsystems:

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(i)
Computer (based on Intel 80188EB microprocessor)

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(ii)
Power subsystem with the following main modules:
a.
b.
c.
d.
Power Distribution
Power Control
Battery Charging and Discharging
BAPTA



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(iii)
Telemetry subsystem
a.
b.
Microcontroller based
FPGA based



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(iv)
Telecommand subsystem
a.
b.
Microcontroller based
FPGA based



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(v)
Attitude and Orbit Determination and Control subsystem

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(vi)
S-band RF communication subsystem (for telemetry and telecommand)

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(vii)
Thermal Control subsystem

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(viii)
Satellite Structure

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(ix)
Mechanisms for:
a.
b.
Antenna Deployment
Solar Array Deployment

Pictures below show some of the subsystems and the complete satellite

C-brand transponder (under test) unit

analog telemetry acquisition

on board computer

various modules of power subsystem

solar arrays

satellite structure

complete satellite