ALWAGHT- Iran's Space Agency has initiated its first major lunar rover project, marking a strategic step toward utilizing lunar resources and aligning with other spacefaring nations.
Hassan Salarieh, head of the Iranian Space Agency, outlined Iran's ambitious plans for space exploration. He discussed topics such as satellite projects, the Chabahar space base, bio-space initiatives, and human spaceflight, emphasizing the need to extend Iran’s focus beyond Earth's orbit. Salarieh highlighted the global shift toward planetary exploration, with countries like China and India pursuing lunar, Martian, and asteroid missions backed by substantial investments and clear resource-exploitation timelines.
Salarieh stressed the importance of Iran joining this global movement, acknowledging the high costs and technical challenges involved. He advocated for international collaboration, noting that successful space exploration often requires partnerships to share financial and technological resources. Iran is already pursuing diverse projects, including the development of orbital transfer blocks and advanced bio-capsules, some of which are in the design phase but require further investment.
To advance its lunar ambitions, Iran is collaborating with universities to enhance its technical capabilities and position itself for participation in international consortia. Salarieh expressed confidence in the government's commitment to space development, warning that delays could jeopardize Iran's ability to capitalize on valuable space resources. He urged swift action to secure a competitive role in the rapidly evolving global space industry.
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