Resurs-P No.2

Resurs-P No.2 was a Russian commercial Earth observation satellite capable of acquiring high-resolution imagery (resolution up to 1.0 m). The spacecraft was operated by Roscosmos along with the Resurs-P No.1 satellite.

The satellite was designed for multi-spectral remote sensing of the Earth's surface aimed at acquiring high-quality visible images in near real-time as well as on-line data delivery via radio link and providing a wide range of consumers with value-added processed data.

Additionally the satellite carried the Nuklon high-energy particle detector developed by the Moscow State University for detecting cosmic radiation.

Decommissioned in orbit due to critical, post-launch issues; went out of order in 2016 and 2017 due to thermal control system and onboard computer faults; despite repeated fixes, satellite "didn't work even half the time."

The satellite re-entered the atmosphere on 11 February 2025.

Resurs-P No.2

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