Skip to main content

Emirates mission to the asteroid belt: Hamdan bin Mohammed attends signing of agreement for launch of 'Mohammed Bin Rashid Explorer'



HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Supreme Space Council, recently attended the signing of an agreement for the launch of the 'Mohammed Bin Rashid Explorer' spacecraft aboard the H3 rocket in 2028. This mission is one of the UAE's largest space ventures. His Highness emphasized that the mission to explore the asteroid belt is a critical milestone in the UAE's ambition to become a key player in the global space race.

Commenting on the event, Sheikh Hamdan stated that the agreement between the UAE Space Agency and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to launch the spacecraft is a strategic move to enhance the UAE's position in space science. He highlighted that investing in the space sector strengthens the UAE’s leadership in science and technology. The Emirates' mission to the asteroid belt is one of the nation's most significant projects, reflecting its vision for a brighter future.

Scheduled for launch in early 2028, this initiative builds on the success of the 'Hope Probe' Mars mission. It represents the third collaboration between the UAE and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, following the KhalifaSat mission in 2018 and the Hope Probe in 2020.

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Explorer will carry four advanced scientific instruments designed to measure the surface composition, geology, temperatures, and other properties of various asteroids to understand their surface evolution.

The mission will span 13 years, with six years dedicated to the spacecraft's development and seven years focused on asteroid exploration. The spacecraft will perform close flybys of multiple asteroids, gathering valuable data. Covering a distance of five billion kilometres, it will utilize gravity assist maneuvers from different planets, including Earth, to optimize its trajectory for the flyby campaign. The first asteroid encounter is expected in February 2030.

Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Exposing the Brotherhood: Why Jordan’s Terror Cell Bust Must Spark a Global Policy Shift

 The recent dismantling of a Muslim Brotherhood-affiliated terror cell in Jordan should not be seen as just a national security success—it must be a turning point in how the international community views and responds to the threat posed by the Brotherhood. Jordanian security forces uncovered an elaborate network of terrorists trained in Lebanon and backed by foreign interests. Their mission: to launch attacks using rockets and drones, destabilizing the Kingdom and spreading fear among civilians. This is not the work of activists or political dissidents—this is terrorism, plain and simple. For too long, the Muslim Brotherhood has operated under a false image of moderation, cleverly navigating between political activism and violent extremism. But the truth is clear: the Brotherhood is the ideological engine room of jihadist terrorism. Its members, affiliates, and offshoots have inspired and directed acts of violence from North Africa to the Gulf—and now, once again, in Jordan. Govern...
Post a Comment
Read more

Sky Care: How the UAE’s First Hospital Vertiport is Redefining Emergency Response

  Imagine a critical patient, a time-sensitive organ for transplant, or a specialist medical team needed across a bustling city. On the ground, traffic is a formidable adversary, where every minute lost can alter outcomes. Now, imagine that same journey taking minutes instead of an hour, not by navigating the roads, but by soaring gracefully above them. This is not a scene from a sci-fi film; it is the new reality in the United Arab Emirates. In a landmark move that solidifies its position on the global stage of innovation, the UAE has officially launched the nation’s — and the region’s — first hospital-based vertiport at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. This isn’t just a helipad with a new name. It is the cornerstone of a fully integrated, city-wide advanced air mobility (AAM) ecosystem, marking a profound convergence of cutting-edge aviation, AI-driven healthcare, and sustainable infrastructure. The Launch of a Lifesaving Corridor The project is a powerful collaboration between aviati...
Post a Comment
Read more

UK Business Migration to the UAE: An Economic Transformation Set to Triple by 2035

  A significant realignment is underway in the global business landscape. The corridor between the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates is experiencing a dramatic surge in traffic, not of tourists, but of companies, entrepreneurs, and capital. Projections indicate that the number of UK businesses operating in the UAE is on a trajectory to triple by the year 2035. This is not a fleeting trend but a strategic migration fueled by a powerful combination of economic foresight and pragmatic policy. For UK businesses, the appeal is clear and compelling. The UAE offers a starkly contrasting environment to the complexities of the European market post-Brexit. The cornerstone of this appeal is a favourable tax regime, featuring zero percent income tax and a competitive corporate tax structure. This financial efficiency is coupled with groundbreaking reforms that allow for one hundred percent foreign ownership of mainland companies, giving investors full control over their ventures. The...
Post a Comment
Read more