Earth Observation Constellations: Planetary Intelligence in Real Time

Executive Summary Earth Observation (EO) constellations have transitioned from niche scientific assets into critical global infrastructure underpinning environmental monitoring, economic intelligence, and national security. Enabled by NewSpace economics, reusable launch systems, and advances in sensor miniaturization, constellations of small satellites now deliver persistent, high-resolution, and increasingly real-time insights into planetary activity. By 2025–2026, more than…

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