ISRO's SSLV-D3 Mission Successfully Launches Earth Observation Satellite

India's space program reached another milestone on August 16, 2024, with the successful launch of the Earth observation satellite EOS-08. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) conducted the mission using its Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV-D3), marking the final development flight of this rocket before it becomes fully operational for future missions.

The SSLV-D3 was launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, deploying the EOS-08 satellite into a precise orbit. Standing at 34 meters, the SSLV-D3 is designed to carry payloads up to 500 kg into low Earth orbit, making it an ideal vehicle for small satellite launches.

The EOS-08 satellite, weighing 175.5 kg, is equipped with three advanced payloads: the Electro-Optical Infrared Payload (EOIR), the Global Navigation Satellite System-Reflectometry payload (GNSS-R), and the SiC UV Dosimeter. These instruments will enable the satellite to perform tasks such as environmental monitoring, disaster management, flood detection, and UV irradiance measurement, all vital for both national and global initiatives.

This mission is not just a technological achievement but also a significant step in enhancing India's role in the global space industry. Through the collaboration between ISRO, NewSpace India Ltd (NSIL), and various industry partners, the SSLV-D3 mission is expected to strengthen India's position in commercial satellite launches.

With this launch, ISRO continues to demonstrate its capability to develop and deploy versatile and efficient space technologies. The success of the SSLV-D3 mission sets the stage for future endeavors, reinforcing India's growing influence in space exploration and satellite deployment.

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