Gen-3
SUPERIOR INTELLIGENCE FASTER THAN EVER BEFORE
Welcome to the next era in space-based intelligence.
BlackSky is excited to introduce Gen-3, our next generation of satellites with enhanced capabilities to meet mission-critical needs on mission-critical timelines. With Gen-3, BlackSky combines hourly revisit with very-high resolution imagery and AI-enabled outputs delivered at industry-leading speed. Track assets and detect change faster, more frequently and with more clarity, so you can act fast and with confidence.
First insight Gen-3 satellite image with AI-enabled analytics highlighting vessels and vehicles over Victoria and Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town, South Africa delivered three weeks after launch.
First light images from the first Gen-3 satellite
This initial imagery sets a new standard as rapid commissioning reduces timelines from months to days.
A BlackSky very high-resolution first light image captured over Sydney International Airport.
A BlackSky very high-resolution first light image captured over Sydney Harbor Bridge.
Want to learn more about Gen-3 first light images? Read the press release here.
Meet Gen-3: BlackSky’s next-gen satellite constellation, featuring:
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35 cm resolution (NIIRS-5+)
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Multispectral capabilities, including shortwave infrared
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AI-enabled analytics
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Low-latency space communications for last-minute tasking capabilities
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Highly agile attitude control system for maximum efficiency
Harness the power of Gen-3
Receive data faster for a real-time strategic advantage
With Gen-3, acquire new data within minutes to analyze pattern of life, track vehicle and ship custody or understand your adversary’s movements.
Automatically identify smaller objects with very high-resolution imagery
With a growing library of AI models, BlackSky automatically detects and classifies vehicles and vessels for greater insight at unprecedented speed.
Additional imagery intelligence
Use shortwave infrared imagery (SWIR) to improve intelligence in low-light and degraded conditions such as clouds, smoke or haze.
Advanced analytics
Gen-3 imagery enables AI-enabled detection and classification of a wider range of object types.
Vehicles
Military
Aircraft
Vessels
Buildings
Want to learn more about Gen-3? Download the data sheet here
