- Mazaalai is the first university satellite of Mongolia named after the Mongolian endangered Gobi bear – Mazaalai.
- It was sent off into space in the United States recently.
- The satellite accompanied the “SpaceX Falcon 9” rocket.
- The project under which the satellite was launched is supported by UNESCO and Japan.
- The satellite has been designed by students.
- A satellite is advantageous for the nation in many ways such as bringing the ability to conduct independent space studies, capture the geographic picture of a country, develop more accurate maps, and better prevent natural disasters.