HYPSO-2: Tiny Satellite, Big Ocean Monitoring Impact

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology's HYPSO-2 satellite, about the size of a 5-liter water bottle, is revolutionizing ocean monitoring. Equipped with a hyperspectral camera capable of detecting 120 shades of visible light, it captures images covering 25,000 square kilometers—a tenfold increase in data acquisition compared to its predecessor, HYPSO-1. Monitoring harmful algae blooms, sea ice conditions, and more, HYPSO-2 provides invaluable data for ocean research. Working synergistically with drones and underwater robots through an 'observation pyramid' system, it promises highly efficient environmental monitoring.