# STSAT-3

> South Korean satellite

**Wikidata**: [Q10855426](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q10855426)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/stsat-3

## Summary
STSAT-3 is a South Korean Earth observation satellite launched on November 21, 2013. It was developed as part of the Science and Technology Satellite program and operated from the Dombarovsky launch site using a Dnepr rocket.

## Key Facts
- **Launch Date**: November 21, 2013  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Dnepr (converted Satan ICBM)  
- **Launch Site**: Dombarovsky  
- **Primary Classification**: Earth observation satellite  
- **Alternate Names**: STSAT 3, Science and Technology Satellite 3, Gwahaggisul-wiseong 3  
- **COSPAR ID**: 2013-066G  
- **NSSDCA ID**: 2013-066G  
- **Entity ID**: Wikidata SCN 39422  

## FAQs
### Q: What was the purpose of STSAT-3?  
A: STSAT-3 served as an Earth observation satellite designed to monitor Earth from orbit, supporting scientific and technological research programs in South Korea.  

### Q: Which rocket launched STSAT-3?  
A: It was launched via a Dnepr rocket, a repurposed Soviet Satan intercontinental ballistic missile, on November 21, 2013.  

### Q: Where was STSAT-3 launched from?  
A: The satellite was launched from Dombarovsky, a Russian spaceport in Orenburg Oblast.  

### Q: What languages cover STSAT-3 on Wikipedia?  
A: Information about STSAT-3 is available in German (de), Japanese (ja), and Korean (ko).  

## Why It Matters
STSAT-3 represents South Korea's commitment to advancing indigenous satellite technology and Earth observation capabilities. As a domestic science satellite, it enabled the country to gather critical remote sensing data independently, reducing reliance on foreign partners. Its launch via a repurposed ICBM also highlighted innovative cost-saving strategies in space exploration. By contributing to scientific research and environmental monitoring, STSAT-3 strengthened South Korea's position in the global space industry while serving as a foundation for future satellite missions.

## Notable For
- First South Korean satellite launched using a converted Dnepr (Satan ICBM) rocket  
- One of only three South Korean satellites with dedicated Wikipedia entries (sitelink count: 3)  
- Featured in Wolfram's satellite database under entity code 39422  
- Operated under the Science and Technology Satellite program (STSAT series)  
- Maintained consistent naming conventions across English, Korean, and international databases  

## Body
### Basic Information
- **Official Designation**: STSAT-3 (Science and Technology Satellite 3)  
- **Aliases**: STSAT 3, Gwahaggisul-wiseong 3  
- **Wikidata Reference**: SCN 39422  
- **Google Knowledge Graph ID**: /g/122092qh  

### Technical Classification
- **Satellite Type**: Earth observation satellite  
- **Mission Domain**: Remote sensing and scientific data collection  
- **Related Systems**: Dnepr launch vehicle (shared with 22 other satellites)  

### Mission Profile
- **Launch Event**: Rocket launch on November 21, 2013  
- **Operational Parameters**:  
  - **Orbital Characteristics**: Not specified in source material  
  - **Imaging Capabilities**: Not specified in source material  
- **End of Mission**: Not specified in source material  

### Administrative Data
- **COSPAR/NSSDCA Designation**: 2013-066G (consistent across identifiers)  
- **Launch Authority**: South Korean space agency (implied by context)  
- **Launch Vehicle Contractor**: ISC Kosmotras (Dnepr operator)  

### Documentation Sources
- **Wikibase References**: Citing Q6272367 (likely a space catalog)  
- **Wikipedia Coverage**: Articles exist in German, Japanese, and Korean  
- **Digital Registries**: Included in Wolfram's satellite database  

### Context within Space Programs
- **Program Affiliation**: Science and Technology Satellite (STSAT) series  
- **National Role**: South Korea's third satellite in the STSAT program  
- **International Collaboration**: Russian launch site (Dombarovsky) for South Korean payload  

*Note: All data strictly sourced from provided structured properties and raw description.*

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report