On going Projects with National Importance
The ACCIMT continued to be one of a leading research and development institute in the country
within the areas of its expertise and performs a pivotal role in development of national
capabilities in space and several other identified core technology domains. In the process
institute initiated several pioneering projects.
Rice Yield Forecasting & Cultivated Paddy Area Identification
The ACCIMT is continuing a project to identify the paddy cultivated areas and to forecast the yield before harvesting in major paddy cultivation districts (Polonnaruwa, Kurunegala, Ampara, Batticaloa, Hambantota, Anuradhapura, & Trincomalee) of Sri Lanka using free satellite data. A pilot project has been completed for Ampara district for Yala season-2018.
National Hub for Receiving and Distribution of Earth Observation Data
Receiving and distribution of earth observation data through National Hub project have enormous potential for space technology applications in many spheres of governmental, business and citizen-service activity, in terms of enhanced effectiveness, efficiency and economy.
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