ISRO is all set to launch its meteorological satellite INSAT-3DS this evening by a GSLV-F14 rocket from Satish Dhawan Space centre Sriharikota at 5.35pm. The 27.30 hours countdown for this started at 2.05 pm yesterday 16 February.
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has designed a satellite focusing on meteorological observation and monitoring of land and ocean surface for weather forecasting. The satellite is named Indian National Satellite system (INSAT-3DS).
INSAT-3DS’s Schedule
The satellite is scheduled to launch on 17 February, 5.35 pm by GSLV-F14 rocket from the 2nd launch pad of the Satish Dhawan Center in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. Nearly 20 minutes after the rocket liftoff, the satellite INSAT-3DS is deployed into a Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO). After this the scientist will try to place the satellite into Geo-stationary orbit.
Mission of the project
This mission aims to observe the Earth’s surface and ocean in the aspect of meteorological importance. It also aims to study the various meteorological parameters and collects data about the atmosphere. A satellite aided research and rescue service is also an important motto of this mission.
INSAT-3DS’s specifications
The INSAT-3DS satellite weighs 2,275 kg. The GSLV F14 rocket is 51.7 meter tall and carries 25 instruments, including a 6-channel imager, which will closely monitor the Earth’s climatic variations and provide weather information. This also helps to study cloud properties, fog, rainfall, volcano, smoke etc. The data provided by INSAT-3DS satellite will help to improve India’s weather forecast and meteorological service.
Everyone can withness this launch
People can witness this event live from the Launch View Gallery (LVG), Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. Live Streaming of this event is also available on the official website and social media pages of ISRO and Doordarshan National TV Channel.
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