# FORMOSAT-3F

> 29052

**Wikidata**: [Q96811928](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q96811928)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/formosat-3f

## Summary
FORMOSAT-3F is a satellite with catalog number 29052 that was part of the FORMOSAT-3 joint U.S.-Taiwanese research satellite constellation. It was launched on April 15, 2006, aboard a Minotaur I rocket.

## Key Facts
- FORMOSAT-3F has the catalog number 29052
- It was launched on April 15, 2006
- It was launched aboard a Minotaur I rocket
- Its COSPAR ID is 2006-011F
- It is an instance of the FORMOSAT-3 satellite constellation
- An alias for FORMOSAT-3F is "Formosat 3F"
- FORMOSAT-3 is a joint U.S.-Taiwanese research satellite constellation

## FAQs
### Q: When was FORMOSAT-3F launched?
A: FORMOSAT-3F was launched on April 15, 2006.

### Q: What rocket launched FORMOSAT-3F into space?
A: FORMOSAT-3F was launched aboard a Minotaur I rocket.

### Q: Which satellite constellation does FORMOSAT-3F belong to?
A: FORMOSAT-3F is part of the FORMOSAT-3 constellation, which is a joint U.S.-Taiwanese research satellite constellation.

### Q: What is the COSPAR ID for FORMOSAT-3F?
A: The COSPAR ID for FORMOSAT-3F is 2006-011F.

## Why It Matters
The FORMOSAT-3 constellation, including satellite FORMOSAT-3F, represents a significant international collaboration between the United States and Taiwan in space research. This joint mission advanced scientific understanding of Earth's atmosphere and ionosphere through the deployment of a constellation of research satellites. FORMOSAT-3F, as part of this program, contributed to data collection for climate research and weather prediction models. The collaboration demonstrated the value of international partnerships in space exploration and research, pooling resources and expertise for scientific advancement.

## Notable For
- One of the satellites in the FORMOSAT-3 joint U.S.-Taiwanese research constellation
- Catalog number 29052
- COSPAR ID 2006-011F
- Part of a specialized research satellite program
- Launched as part of a constellation deployment rather than as a standalone mission

## Body
### Basic Information
- FORMOSAT-3F is a satellite with catalog number 29052
- It has the alias "Formosat 3F"
- It was launched on April 15, 2006

### Launch Details
- Launched aboard a Minotaur I rocket
- COSPAR ID: 2006-011F
- Part of the FORMOSAT-3 launch program

### Scientific Context
- Member of FORMOSAT-3, a joint U.S.-Taiwanese research satellite constellation
- FORMOSAT-3 is focused on atmospheric research
- Represents collaborative international space research

### Technical Identification
- Wikidata reference: 29052
- Wolfram Language entity code: Entity["Satellite", "29052"]
- Part of FORMOSAT-3 class of satellites

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report