The spy satellite that can see INSIDE your apartment and take 'crystal clear' pictures even through clouds

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Capella Space's Capella-2 satellite is capable of 50cm x 50cm resolution imaging with its Spotlight mode

This allows for long exposures up to 60 seconds over an area which results in ‘crystal clear’ imagery.

This technology is called Synthetic Aperture Radar, which has been used by NASA since the 1970s.

It shoots powerful radio signals at a point of interest to 'illuminate' a target on the ground Echos from each pulse are then collected and interpreted to create the detailed images Because the satellite sends its own signal down instead of collecting light.

it can penetrate walls The firm has one satellite in orbit, but has signed contracts with a number of US government groups

 

Capella is currently testing a single device, but has obtained contracts with government agencies, including the National Reconnaissance Office and the US Air Force.

But Capella insists that the technology can't be used to spy on people in their homes, and although the radar waves can penetrate walls, they say they cannot image anything inside.

The company explains: 'The technology uses radio waves, which are capable of traveling through walls (like cell phones and Wi-Fi).

Capella is currently testing a single device, but has obtained contracts with government agencies, including the National Reconnaissance Office and the US Air Force.

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