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    ISRO and SpaceX Collaborate for Historic Satellite Launch

    Aishwarya ParikhEdited By Aishwarya ParikhNovember 17, 2024 India in Space No Comments3 Mins Read
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    ISRO Partners with SpaceX for GSAT-N2 Satellite Launch

    India’s space agency, ISRO, has signed a landmark deal with SpaceX, marking a new chapter in India-US space collaboration. The Falcon 9 rocket, operated by SpaceX, will soon launch the Indian GSAT-N2 satellite into orbit, strengthening ties between the two nations as they embark on significant space ventures.


    GSAT-N2: A Technological Milestone

    GSAT-N2, weighing 4,700 kg, is a powerful communications satellite designed to enhance Internet connectivity across India, including in-flight services. With its advanced capabilities, GSAT-N2 will deploy 32 spot beams to ensure robust coverage for the next 14 years.

    India’s current rockets, like the Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (nicknamed “Bahubali”), are not equipped to handle payloads of this magnitude. Traditionally reliant on Arianespace for such heavy-lift missions, ISRO turned to SpaceX as a reliable and cost-effective alternative after disruptions in Arianespace’s operations and the unfeasibility of Chinese or Russian rockets due to geopolitical constraints.

    A Cost-Effective Collaboration

    The deal, facilitated by ISRO’s commercial arm, New Space India Ltd (NSIL), demonstrates both technical and economic prudence. The launch, estimated to cost between $60-70 million, reflects competitive pricing for geostationary satellite deployment. Radhakrishnan Durairaj, head of NSIL, highlighted the strategic nature of this collaboration with SpaceX, which is well-aligned with ISRO’s objectives.

    Elon Musk’s Growing Interest in India

    Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX, has expressed optimism about India’s growth under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Musk, who met Modi in June 2023, praised India’s potential, hinting at deeper collaborations, including Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite-based Internet service.

    Great meeting you today @elonmusk! We had multifaceted conversations on issues ranging from energy to spirituality. https://t.co/r0mzwNbTyN pic.twitter.com/IVwOy5SlMV

    — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 21, 2023

    Starlink aims to provide high-speed Internet to remote areas in India, but it awaits regulatory approval. Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia emphasised that Starlink must meet stringent security and operational standards before obtaining a license.

    Beyond Satellite Launches

    The India-SpaceX partnership extends to human spaceflight. ISRO has struck a deal with Axiom Space for an Indian astronaut to travel to the International Space Station aboard SpaceX’s Crew Dragon spacecraft. This mission, estimated at $60 million, further cements India’s growing role in international space exploration.

    Strengthening India-US Space Ties

    This collaboration showcases the strengthening of India-US relations, driven by shared technological and economic goals. While some may raise concerns about the timing of the deal amidst US elections, its foundations predate recent political developments, ensuring credibility.

    India’s partnership with SpaceX underscores its ambition to remain at the forefront of global space exploration while fostering international cooperation in cutting-edge technologies.

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