ISRO’s Final Developmental Mission Launches from Sriharikota Spaceport
New Delhi: ISRO successfully launched its third and final developmental flight on Friday, the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle-D3 (SSLV-D3), from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, approximately 135 km east of Chennai. The rocket, carrying the Earth Observation Satellite EOS-08, lifted off at the scheduled time of 9:17 am from the first launch pad, marking a significant milestone for the Indian space agency.
The SSLV-D3 mission is a crucial step in ISRO’s ongoing efforts to enhance its capabilities in launching small satellites into low Earth orbit. The primary objectives of this mission include the design and development of a microsatellite, EOS-08, and the creation of payload instruments that are compatible with the microsatellite bus. These objectives are aligned with ISRO’s broader strategy to provide cost-effective and efficient launch solutions for smaller payloads, which are increasingly in demand globally.
The EOS-08 satellite is designed for Earth observation purposes, contributing valuable data for applications such as agriculture, forestry, and disaster management. Its successful deployment from the SSLV-D3 marks another achievement in ISRO’s expanding portfolio of satellite missions.
The SSLV-D3’s successful launch further solidifies India’s position in the global space industry, particularly in the burgeoning market for small satellite launches. As ISRO continues to advance its technology and capabilities, this mission is expected to pave the way for more frequent and versatile satellite launches in the future, catering to both national and international clients.
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