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Chandrayaan-3 launch delayed by 4 seconds to avoid collisions with debris, reveals ISRO report
ISRO's recent report discloses a 4-second launch delay for Chandrayaan-3 to prevent collisions with debris objects and satellites. The Indian Space Situational Assessment Report (ISSAR) for 2023 highlights space asset vulnerability to environmental hazards, emphasizing the need for Space Situational Awareness (SSA). The report also details India's satellite count, active deep space missions, satellite re-entries, and successful launches in 2023. ISRO implements collision avoidance maneuvers based on IS4OM/ISTRAC analyses to protect operational spacecraft.
Private players will make space more accessible: ISRO chief
ISRO Chairman S Somanath expressed optimism about the role of private players in advancing space technology, citing SpaceX's success. He highlighted the importance of government support for private companies and mentioned Indian companies like Skyroot Aerospace and Agnikul Cosmos already working in the field. Somanath also shared updates on Chandrayaan-4, part of India's moon exploration program, aiming to land on the moon in 2040. The interaction with space enthusiasts, part of ISRO's outreach efforts, lasted an hour and will continue in May.
ISRO's Chandrayaan-4 to bring back Moon rocks and soil to Earth, use dual-rocket system
India's space agency, ISRO, is preparing for its next lunar mission, Chandrayaan-4, which aims to collect moon rocks and soil and bring them back to Earth. The mission will utilize two rockets and feature five spacecraft modules, setting India apart in lunar exploration and scientific research. Scheduled for launch in 2028, Chandrayaan-4 will solidify India's position among the few nations capable of returning lunar samples for study. ISRO's commitment to advancing space exploration and technology is evident in this ambitious endeavor.
ISRO Chief S Somanath explains objectives of Chandrayaan-4 mission: 'Intend to land on moon in 2040'
ISRO Chief S Somanath on April 09 shared details of Chandrayaan-4 mission and ISRO’s lunar mission objectives. He was interacting with the media after attending the twentieth anniversary of the Sat Paul Mittal School. During the interaction with medi...
Chandrayaan-4 mission in 'process of developing', says ISRO chairman
ISRO Chairman S Somanath reiterates commitment to moon missions, PM Modi's 2040s moon landing goal, continuous exploration, student involvement, and Chandrayaan-3 success at the lunar south pole in Ludhiana.
Gaganyaan Mission update: PM Modi unveils crew of 4 astronauts for ISRO's first manned space mission
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on February 27, revealed the squad set to go to space as part of the Gaganyaan mission. The crew will have four astronauts, Group Captain P Balakrishnan Nair, Group Captain Ajit Krishnan, Group Captain Angad Pratap and W...
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ISRO holding discussions "internally' on Chandrayaan-4 mission: Chairman S Somanath
ISRO is internally discussing plans for the Chandrayaan-4 mission, aiming to develop a novel design and high-end technology. After the success of Chandrayaan-3 in August 2023, ISRO aims for a more complex mission, involving bringing back soil from the Moon's surface. ISRO Chairman S Somanath mentioned the agency's intention to launch Chandrayaan 4, 5, 6, and 7 missions following Chandrayaan-3's success.
Chandrayaan-3 just a start, India promises to put man on the moon by 2040: Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri
India's Chandrayaan-3 mission, successfully achieving its lunar landing goals, marks a significant leap in space exploration. This success propels India towards its ambitious aim of a manned moon landing by 2040, showcasing the nation's growing prowess in space exploration.
Google Rewind 2023: ‘Chandrayaan 3’, Israel-Hamas war & self-improvement hacks were most-Googled topics in India
Google's annual 'Year In Search 2023' revealed the most pertinent subjects, hot-button topics, and pop culture phenomenon that dominated 2023.
ETtech Explainer: what are the next lunar missions planned after Chandrayaan-3’s success?
Chandrayaan-3 had successfully landed near the lunar south pole and performed experiments using the instruments on its lander Vikram and rover Pragyan.
Isro gears up for Spadex mission, aims to transport both lunar samples and astronauts
Isro achieves a milestone with Chandrayaan-3, showcasing prowess by returning a module from the Moon. With steps toward lunar sample retrieval and astronaut missions, Isro gears up for the Spadex mission, aiming to master in-orbit docking. This technological stride not only propels India's space exploration but also promises global collaboration prospects.
ISRO brings back Chandrayaan-3 Propulsion Module to Earth's orbit
Following the lunar hop by Vikram (lander), this was another accomplishment that shows that ISRO can restart engines on the moon and operate equipment, both of which were not foreseen, the national space agency stated in a release.
Electronics supplier to India's lunar triumph propels 60-yr old electrical engineer to billionaire status
India's Chandrayaan-3 moon landing marked by Kaynes Technology's pivotal role propelled Ramesh Kunhikannan, an electrical engineer and founder, into billionaire status. Supplying crucial electronic systems for the mission, Kaynes witnessed a 40% surge in shares, elevating Kunhikannan's net worth to $1.1 billion. With exponential revenue growth and plans for a $340 million semiconductor unit, Kaynes stands poised amid India's burgeoning electronics market.
Isro planning a bigger, more challenging Chandrayaan-4. Here is India's ambitious plan
The Chandrayaan-4 spacecraft will travel to the moon, land, collect samples, and then connect to another module in space. The module will then return to Earth orbit. As the two modules approach Earth, they will separate, with one part returning to Earth and the other will keep orbiting the planet.
ISRO working on ambitious lunar missions LUPEX, Chandrayaan-4: Official
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is working on two lunar exploration missions following the successful soft-landing of Chandrayaan-3's lander on the Moon. The missions, LuPEx and Chandrayaan-4, aim to land 350 kg landers on the darker side of the Moon with precise landing technology and a sample return mission, respectively.
Chandrayaan-3: How scientists gleaned valuable info from what Vikram did during landing
As Vikram descended and subsequently touched down on the lunar surface, it triggered the activation of its descent stage thrusters which resulted in the ejection of a substantial amount of lunar surficial epi-regolith (the top surface of the lunar soil or regolith) material, creating what scientists are now calling a “reflectance anomaly” or an ‘ejecta halo’.
Top Chinese scientist now claims India moon landing nowhere near south pole
China's top scientist, Ouyang Ziyuan, has disputed India's claim of landing its Chandrayaan-3 rover near the lunar south pole, stating that the landing site was nowhere close to the pole. Ouyang said the Chandrayaan-3 was 619 kilometers away from the polar region. China's space program, according to Pang Zhihao, a Beijing-based senior space expert, has better technology and has been capable of sending orbiters and landers directly into Earth-Moon transfer orbit since 2010.
"Revival of Vikram, Pragyan automatic": ISRO scientist on waking up Chandrayaan-3
ISRO is attempting to revive the Chandrayaan-3's Vikram lander and rover, which have been in sleep mode for almost two weeks. Nilesh M Desai, Director of the Space Applications Centre, stated that the revival of the lander and rover is automatic and dependent on solar power. So far, no signals have been received, but efforts to establish contact are ongoing.
‘Proud moment for India’: Prakash Raj congratulates ISRO on Chandrayaan 3 success, gets viciously trolled on Twitter
Earlier, the actor faced massive hate after he took a dig at ‘Chandrayaan 3’.
A closer look at what India aims to achieve with ISRO's Chandrayaan-3 mission
India's Chandrayaan-3 is set to conduct a successful soft-landing on the moon on August 23. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is eager to analyse rover operations and data from scientific instruments from the lander. The rover and lander will need to survive freezing temperatures during the lunar night at the south pole.
How ISRO zeroed in on Chandrayaan's final landing site
The selection process of the final landing site involved assessing lunar topography, slope characteristics, illumination patterns, and potential hazards. The team identified 20 potential sites, which were further analyzed using high-resolution data from various sources. Finally, eight sites were selected for meticulous examination, aided by images captured by Chandrayaan-2's Orbiter High-Resolution Camera.
Isro may delay landing to August 27 for Chandrayaan-3 in case of any glitch: Scientist
ISRO has taken comprehensive precautions for Chandrayaan-3, learning from the unsuccessful attempt of Chandrayaan-2. The legs of the Vikram lander have been strengthened, lander testing has been intensified, and corrective measures have been implemented. Despite the potential delay, the successful landing of the Vikram lander remains the primary concern for ISRO.
Chandrayaan-3: It's not just bragging rights; it's a battle for prized real estate
The success of India's Chandrayaan-3 is not only a matter of national pride, but has significant implications for technological innovation, particularly in space exploration. Technologies developed for space exploration have led to advancements in various areas, including healthcare and daily use products. Chandrayaan-3's success will position India as a leader in the lunar economy and have geopolitical significance.
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