The Philippines first ever micro-satellite is set to be launched in the outer space this coming April, according to Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Executive Director Dr. Carlos Primo.
The project is called the Development of the Philippines’ Earth Observation Micro-Satellite, it has the code-name “Diwata”.
Diwata is a weather satellite that will serve as a monitor and surveillance to the typhoon’s route in the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR).
This satellite can capture pictures of the damaged areas whenever different calamities will fall. (Eagle News Service)
