SATRIA-1 Satellite, Advanced Technology that Brings the Internet Throughout Indonesia

Hello friends Summarized! Do you already know about the SATRIA-1 satellite which was launched on June 19, 2023? This satellite is a multifunctional satellite with Very High-Throughput Satellite (VHTS) technology that uses the Ka-Band frequency. This satellite was built by PT Satelit Nusantara 3 and Thales Alenia Space in Cannes, France. This satellite has a capacity of 150 Gbps , which is six times larger than what Indonesia has previously. The SATRIA-1 satellite has an important mission to accelerate the provision of internet services in villages that are not covered by fiber optic technology in the next 10 years. The internet service will be available at government office facilities, with the main priority being on the education sector, health facilities, regional government offices, as well as the TNI and Polri.

Why is SATRIA-1 Important for Indonesia?

Indonesia is an archipelagic country that has more than 17 thousand islands and 270 million people. Providing equitable and quality telecommunication infrastructure throughout Indonesia is not an easy challenge. According to data from the Ministry of Communication and Informatics (Kominfo), in 2020 only around 50% of villages are connected to the internet. The internet is an important factor for improving people’s welfare, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic which forced many activities to move online. The Internet can help people access information, education, health, public services, entertainment and economic opportunities. The SATRIA-1 satellite is expected to be a solution to overcome the digital divide in Indonesia. With large capacity and wide coverage, this satellite can provide internet signals at 150 thousand public service points that are difficult to reach by optical cables. The number of places connected to the internet via satellite are:

Sector	Number of Service Points
Education	93,900
Local government	47,900
Health	3,700
TNI and Police	3,900

How is the SATRIA-1 Launching Process?

The SATRIA-1 satellite will be launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida, United States of America (USA), using SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket. This rocket is a rocket that can be used repeatedly and has succeeded in carrying out many space missions, including sending astronauts to the Space Station. International Space Station (ISS). The process of launching the SATRIA-1 satellite can be watched live via the Kominfo YouTube channel on June 19, 2023. After launch, this satellite will be in a geostationary orbit at 146 degrees East longitude. Geostationary orbit is the orbit that keeps the satellite above a certain point on the earth’s surface.

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The SATRIA-1 satellite will begin operating at the end of 2023 after going through the trial and adjustment stages. This satellite is planned to operate for 15 years until 2038.

What are the advantages of SATRIA-1?

The SATRIA-1 satellite has several advantages that make it different from other satellites owned by Indonesia. Here are some of these advantages:

• • The SATRIA-1 satellite uses the latest advanced technology. This satellite was built with three reflector antennas and 116 spot beams in order to reach all parts of Indonesia. Made with the latest digital processing technology that is digital transparent processor.

• • The SATRIA-1 satellite has the largest capacity in Asia. With a capacity of 150 Gbps, this satellite can provide high-speed and high-quality internet services. This satellite can also save operational costs because it does not require a lot of additional equipment on the ground.

• • The SATRIA-1 satellite has a light weight and is tall. This satellite weighs 4.6 tons and is 6.5 meters high. This light weight and height make the satellite easier to launch and more stable in orbit.

Conclusion

The SATRIA-1 satellite is a multifunctional satellite with VHTS technology that uses the Ka-Band frequency. This satellite has a capacity of 150 Gbps, which is six times larger than that previously owned by Indonesia. This satellite was launched on June 19, 2023 from Florida, USA, using a SpaceX rocket, Falcon 9. This satellite will be operational by the end of 2023 and serve internet signals at 150 thousand public service points that are difficult to reach by optical cables. Thus the article about the SATRIA-1 satellite that we present to friends. Summarized. Hopefully this article is useful and adds to your insight about satellite technology in Indonesia. If you have questions or feedback regarding this article, please write them in the comments column below. Thanks for reading and see you in the next article!