In a significant stride towards space sustainability, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully managed the end-of-life process of its Cartosat-2 satellite, setting a high standard for space debris mitigation. Launched on January 10, 2007, this 680 kg satellite has been instrumental in providing high-resolution images for urban planning until 2019, from its sun-synchronous orbit at 635 km above Earth. Cartosat-2 Bids Adieu🛰️ ➡️ ISRO’s high-resolution imaging satellite descended into Earth’s atmosphere on Feb 14 ➡️ ISRO lowered its orbit from 635 km to 380 km by early 2020 ➡️ This move minimized space debris & underscored ISRO’s commitment to…
Author: Kanika Sharma
The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) has unveiled an ambitious Integrated Launch Manifesto, signaling a significant surge in commercial space missions utilizing ISRO’s launch infrastructure. The manifesto, covering fiscal years 2023-24 (Q4) and 2024-25, outlines a robust plan involving ISRO, New Space India Limited (NSIL), and Non-Governmental Entities (NGEs), highlighting a notable increase in private sector involvement in the Indian space sector. The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Center (IN-SPACe) announced the Integrated Launch Manifesto for space launches utilizing ISRO’s launch infrastructure. — IN-SPACe (@INSPACeIND) February 8, 2024 Aligned with the directives of the recently ratified…
https://youtu.be/XJ_2n8vneWw India’s Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) is gearing up for its 16th mission, with the GSLV-F14 set to deploy the INSAT-3DS meteorological satellite into Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO). Scheduled for liftoff on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at 17:30 Hrs. IST from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC-SHAR) in Sriharikota, this mission marks a significant step forward in India’s space exploration endeavors. The GSLV-F14, standing at an impressive 51.7 meters tall with a liftoff mass of 420 tonnes, boasts a three-stage configuration. The first stage, comprised of a solid propellant motor and four liquid propellant strapons, propels the vehicle into…
