Anchor: South Korea successfully launched two satellites this year and it will launch another one next year. The nation's state-run aerospace research center says it successfully transferred its satellite technologies to the private sector through the latest satellite project. 
Our Kim Soyon reports. 
 
Report: The Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) said Tuesday it will launch a multipurpose satellite in the Jasny station in Russia next year. 
 
The Science Ministry's aerospace research institute said the Arirang-3A was developed by a private sector consortium of the Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) and Asia Pacific Aerospace Incorporated. 
 
The research center said it is currently testing the satellite, which is equipped with optical and infrared thermal imaging cameras. The latest 3A will offer sub-meter resolution of less-than 40 inches.
 
The IR camera of the satellite can also be used for military purposes as it can detect engine heat from ground vehicles and aircraft even at night. 
 
The satellite will monitor wild fires, floods and urban heat island phenomenon. 
 
It's the first time a public satellite has been developed by a private firm.
 
Anticipating the launch of the nation's 12th public satellite, KARI said its satellite technology has now been transferred to the private sector. 
 
The aerospace researcher said the private companies will be able to commercialize the technology for further industrial advancement.  
Kim Soyon, KBS World Radio News.