The Journal of Space Commerce

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Satellite Technology Advances With New Wide-Area Imaging Capability

ICEYE's Scan Wide Mode Captures 23,166 Square Miles in Single Image

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Tom Patton
Aug 15, 2025
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A new SAR satellite imaging mode introduced by ICEYE now enables surveillance of areas the size of West Virginia in one satellite pass, boosting maritime security monitoring and intelligence gathering capabilities. The new satellite imaging mode captures areas up to 23,166 square miles (60,000 square kilometers) in a single pass, expanding surveillance …

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