ISRO Successfully Launches SSLV-D3Â With Earth Observation Satellite EOS-08
ISRO Successfully Launches SSLV-D3Â With Earth Observation Satellite EOS-08
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) celebrated a major achievement on Friday with the successful launch of the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV-D3). The rocket, carrying the Earth Observation Satellite EOS-08, lifted off at 9:17 a.m. local time from the first launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, located about 135 kilometers east of Chennai.
This mission marks the third and final developmental flight of the SSLV, reflecting ISRO’s commitment to advancing microsatellite technology. The EOS-08 satellite, mounted on the Microsat/IMS-1 bus, features advanced payloads designed for enhanced Earth observation.
The satellite includes the Electro Optical Infrared Payload (EOIR), which captures high-resolution images in Mid-Wave Infrared (MIR) and Long-Wave Infrared (LWIR) bands. It will support satellite-based surveillance, disaster monitoring, environmental tracking, and fire detection. Additionally, it will assist in tracking volcanic activity and monitoring industrial and power plant disasters.
Another key component, the Global Navigation Satellite System-Reflectometry Payload (GNSS-R), will provide critical data on Earth’s surface and atmospheric conditions to improve weather prediction models and climate research.
The SiC UV Dosimeter on board is designed to measure ultraviolet radiation, aiding in space weather studies and satellite health monitoring.
The successful launch of SSLV-D3 underscores ISRO’s dedication to enhancing microsatellite capabilities and Earth observation technology. This achievement is expected to drive significant progress in environmental monitoring and space science, reinforcing ISRO’s status as a leading force in the global space industry.
