INSAT-3DS MISSION TO BE LAUNCHED FROM SRIHARIKOTA
- February 16, 2024
- Posted by: OptimizeIAS Team
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INSAT-3DS MISSION TO BE LAUNCHED FROM SRIHARIKOTA
Subject: Science and tech
Section: Space technology
Context:
- The GSLV-F14 carrying INSAT-3DS will launch from Sriharikota’s Satish Dhawan Space Centre at 5:35 p.m. tomorrow, according to ISRO.
- It marks the 16th GSLV flight and the 10th with the indigenous cryo stage, with the seventh operational flight featuring the indigenous cryogenic stage.
About INSAT-3DR
- It is an advanced meteorological satellite of India configured with an imaging System and an Atmospheric Sounder.
- The significant improvements incorporated in INSAT-3DR are:
- Imaging in Middle Infrared band to provide night time pictures of low clouds and fog
- Imaging in two Thermal Infrared bands for estimation of Sea Surface Temperature (SST) with better accuracy
- Higher Spatial Resolution in the Visible and Thermal Infrared bands
Payloads:
- INSAT-3DR carries a multi spectral Imager, 19 channel Sounder, Data Relay Transponder and Search and Rescue Transponder.
Objectives of INSAT-3DS Mission:
- INSAT-3DS will be placed in a geosynchronous transfer orbit for meteorological observations and disaster management.
- The satellite will aid in satellite-aided search and rescue services.
Key facts about INSAT-3DS:
- It’s a collaborative project between ISRO and the India Meteorological Organisation (IMD).
- Part of a series of climate observatory satellites aimed at enhancing climate services, joining INSAT-3D and INSAT3DR.
- It will be launched using the GSLV-F14 rocket.
About GSLV-F14:
- GSLV-F14 is an advanced rocket utilizing liquid propellant.
- Distinguished by its higher capacity and use of cryogenic liquid propellants in all stages.
- It offers a substantially higher lift-off weight capacity.