At the 77th International Space Congress held in Antalya between 5-9 October, Türkiye signed international cooperation agreements in the field of satellite technologies and space research. Within the scope of the congress, an agreement was made between TURKSAT and Chinese satellite operator China Satcom, covering joint research and development and product development activities. Middle East Technical University (METU) collaborated with the US-based Axiom Space in the field of space research. Türkiye, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan signed a framework agreement to develop cooperation in the field of space industry.
TURKSAT AND CHINA SATCOM
The agreement signed between TÜRKSAT and China Satcom covers joint research and development studies, product development and commercialization of developed technologies in the field of satellite communications. Within the framework of cooperation, it is planned to work on satellite communication systems for unmanned aerial vehicles, satellite-based internet of things (IoT) applications and smart border security systems.. Within the scope of the agreement, it is also aimed to develop solutions for data transfer via satellite connection in sectors such as energy, agriculture and logistics.
METU WILL PARTICIPATE IN SPACE RESEARCH
The cooperation agreement signed between METU and US-based Axiom Space covers scientific research to be carried out in a microgravity environment. METU Rector Prof. Dr. According to Ahmet Yozgatlıgil’s statement, the university joined Axiom Space’s international zero-gravity research collaboration group.. Within the scope of cooperation, it is aimed to conduct research in different fields, especially material science and energy. Experiments conducted in microgravity conditions allow the study of materials and various physical processes in environments different from conditions on Earth.
HERE ARE TDT PROJECTS
Türkiye, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan signed a framework agreement within the scope of the congress to develop cooperation in the field of space industry.. The agreement made within the Organization of Turkish States; It envisages carrying out joint studies in areas such as satellite projects, space technologies, research activities and technical capacity development. The agreement aims to improve the parties’ cooperation in the space industry and create an institutional framework for joint projects.
