Bangladesh, March 2 -- A group of expatriate scientists and engineers are aiming to develop a homegrown space satellite system that could help Bangladesh tackle its traffic congestion and flash flood problems.
Under the scheme, the country will develop a series of low-cost satellites called Pico satellites, the first of which is expected to be lunched within the next two years.
Apart from its wide range of commercial viabilities, the scheme would help the country develop the required expertise on a full-fledged space programme within the next 10 years, experts involved with the initiative said.
The idea of developing this space satellite network was floated during the first ever convention of NRB engineers, which was held in the capital ...