HYPXIM: A second generation high spatial resolution hyperspectral satellite for dual applications

Abstract

This paper synthesizes the mission requirements defined by a group of French scientists and defence users expert in the field of hyperspectral remote sensing to design a spaceborne mission composed of a second generation imaging spectrometer (8m) coupled with a panchromatic camera (2m). Its technical characteristics open the way for new applications in several topics: geosciences and solid Earth science, urban ecosystems, vegetation biodiversity, coastal and inland ecosystems, atmospheric sciences, cryosphere and defence. For each of them, the improvements brought by such a mission are summarized.