ISRO Successfully Launches Earth Observation Satellite EOS-08

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ISRO successfully launched the latest Earth Observation Satellite, EOS-08, using the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV)-D3 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre.

An Overview of the News

• India’s Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV-D3) successfully launched, carrying the Earth Observation Satellite-08 (EOS-08), which weighs 175.5 kg.

• Along with EOS-08, the SSLV-D3 also deployed a small satellite named SR-0, developed by the Chennai-based start-up Space Rickshaw.

• Rocket Specifications: The SSLV, developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has a carrying capacity of 500 kg to Low Earth Orbit (LEO). It is designed to meet the growing demand for smaller satellites.

• Mission Objectives: The mission aims to complete the SSLV Development Project and support operational missions by Indian industry and NewSpace India Ltd.

About ISRO

• Established on August 15, 1969

• National space agency of India

• Launches space rockets from Satish Dhawan Space Center in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.

• Headquarters located in Bengaluru. 

• Current Chairman: S Somnath