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GF-5/GF-5B Hyperspectral Satellite Imagery

The GF-5 series, including the advanced GF-5B satellite, represents the pinnacle of hyperspectral and multi-sensor Earth observation. With up to 330 spectral bands, these platforms are designed for comprehensive environmental monitoring, atmospheric composition detection, and precise mineral exploration, providing insights invisible to standard optical satellites.

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Artistic representation of the GF-5B hyperspectral satellite in orbit.

Resolution

30m (AHSI)

Revisits

12 Days

Swath Width

60 km

Sensor

Hyperspectral

Bands (AHSI)

330

Mission Life

8 Years

Technical Specifications (GF-5B)

Launch DateSeptember 7, 2021
Altitude705 km
Orbit TypeSun-Synchronous
Mission Lifetime8 years
Revisit Capacity12 days
Primary PayloadsAHSI, VIMS, GMI, EMI, DPC, POSP
AHSI (Hyperspectral) Resolution: 30m
Swath: 60km
Spectral Range: 0.40-2.50 µm
Bands: 330
Spectral Resolution: ≤5nm (VNIR), ≤10nm (SWIR)
VIMS (Multispectral) Resolution: 20m (VIS/SWIR), 40m (MWIR/LWIR)
Swath: 60km
Bands: 12 (covering VIS, SWIR, MWIR, LWIR)
GMI (Greenhouse Gas) Swath: 865km
Target Gases: O₂, CO₂, CH₄
EMI (Environment) Resolution: 24km x 13km
Spectral Range: 240-710 nm (UV-Visible)

Features and Benefits

  • Unprecedented Spectral Detail: The Advanced Hyperspectral Imager (AHSI) provides up to 330 narrow spectral bands, offering 50x more detail than standard systems for precise material identification.
  • Comprehensive Monitoring: With seven distinct payloads, GF-5B allows for holistic analysis of the Earth's land, water, and atmosphere simultaneously.
  • Atmospheric & Climate Analysis: Dedicated instruments like GMI and EMI enable advanced monitoring of greenhouse gases (CO₂, CH₄) and atmospheric pollutants.
  • Precision Material Analysis: Hyperspectral imagery allows for the creation of spectral "fingerprints" to identify specific minerals, soil types, and vegetation stress indicators.

Applications

Mining & Mineral Exploration: Pinpoint mineral compositions, analyze complex geological formations with extreme precision, and reduce fieldwork costs by targeting promising areas.
Environmental & Water Monitoring: Track water quality parameters (chlorophyll, pollutants), monitor habitat health, identify chemical leaks, and map sensitive ecosystems.
Climate & Carbon Monitoring: Track CO₂ emissions from industrial sources, analyze atmospheric composition, and contribute to global climate change mitigation efforts.
Agriculture & Forestry: Detect subtle signs of crop stress, disease, or nutrient deficiencies, and monitor forest health and biodiversity with detailed spectral analysis.

Why Choose XRTech Group for GF-5B Imagery?

We provide more than just satellite data; we deliver comprehensive solutions tailored to your project's specific needs, ensuring you get actionable insights quickly and efficiently.

Expert Consultation

Our geospatial experts provide a free consultation to understand your needs and recommend the best acquisition parameters to ensure optimal results for your project.

Rapid Delivery

Leveraging our direct partnership and access to a vast 130+ satellite constellation, we offer fast turnaround times, delivering imagery in days, not weeks.

Seamless Integration

We deliver data in industry-standard formats (like GeoTIFF) compatible with your GIS, CAD, or modeling software, with a team ready to support your workflow.

GF-5B Sample Imagery

Sample GF-5B hyperspectral imagery showing a detailed mineral map of an exploration site.

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