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In this paper, we develop a novel theoretical framework required for an open source ultra-low-cost hyperspectral imaging platform based on the line scan method suitable for remote sensing applications. Then, we demonstrate the design and fabrication of an open source platform using consumer-grade commercial off-the-shelf components that are both affordable and easily accessible to researchers and users. At the heart of the optical system is a consumer-grade spectroscope along with a basic galvanometer mirror that is widely used in laser scanning devices. The utilized pushbroom scanning method provides a very high spectral resolution of 2.8 nm, as tested against commercial spectral sensors. Since the resolution is limited by the slit width of the spectroscope, we also provide a deconvolution method for the line scan in order to improve the monochromatic spatial resolution. 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