The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to celebrate its 55th foundation day on August 15, 2024, with a significant milestone \u2013 the launch of the Earth Observation Satellite-08 (EOS-08). This event not only commemorates ISRO\u2019s long-standing contribution to space science but also showcases India\u2019s growing capabilities in satellite technology and space exploration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)<\/strong> is set to celebrate its 55th foundation day on August 15, 2024, with a significant milestone \u2013 the launch of the Earth Observation Satellite-08 (EOS-08)<\/strong>. This event not only commemorates ISRO\u2019s long-standing contribution to space science but also showcases India\u2019s growing capabilities in satellite technology and space exploration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ISRO was established on August 15, 1969, as India\u2019s premier space agency. Over the past five and a half decades, it has played a crucial role in advancing the nation\u2019s space program, contributing significantly to scientific research, technological development, and practical applications of space technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Under the chairmanship of Dr. S. Somanath<\/strong>, ISRO continues to push the boundaries of space exploration and satellite technology. The organization\u2019s headquarters in Bengaluru<\/strong> serves as the nerve center for India\u2019s space activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The EOS-08 satellite is scheduled for launch on August 15, 2024, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC)<\/strong> in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. This launch site has been the starting point for numerous successful ISRO missions and continues to play a vital role in India\u2019s space program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The satellite will be carried into orbit by the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV)-D3<\/strong>. This launch marks the third and final developmental flight of the SSLV platform, a crucial step in establishing its operational status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The EOS-08 is equipped with advanced imaging technology, allowing it to capture images in both Mid-Wave and Long-Wave infrared bands<\/strong>. This capability enables the satellite to function effectively during day and night, serving various critical applications:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The satellite will also contribute to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n These functions make EOS-08 a valuable asset for climate research, disaster management, and environmental protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The SSLV is ISRO\u2019s answer to the growing demand for launching smaller satellites. It is designed to provide a cost-effective and flexible launch platform for nano, mini, and microsatellites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A successful SSLV D-3 mission will mark the operational readiness of the SSLV platform, positioning ISRO to compete in the global small satellite launch market.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to celebrate its 55th foundation day on August 15, 2024, with a significant milestone \u2013 the launch of the Earth Observation Satellite-08 (EOS-08). This event not only commemorates ISRO\u2019s long-standing contribution to space science but also showcases India\u2019s growing capabilities in satellite technology and space exploration. The Indian […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":419,"featured_media":168061,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5241],"tags":[130],"offerexpiration":[],"class_list":["post-168058","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-current-affairs-august-2024","tag-isro-current-affairs"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/168058","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/419"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=168058"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/168058\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":168062,"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/168058\/revisions\/168062"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/168061"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=168058"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=168058"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=168058"},{"taxonomy":"offerexpiration","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/offerexpiration?post=168058"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}ISRO: A Legacy of Excellence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Historical Background<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Current Leadership<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The EOS-08 Mission<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Launch Details<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Launch Vehicle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Earth Observation Satellite-08 (EOS-08)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Satellite Specifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Capabilities and Applications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Additional Functions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Overview<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Key Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Development History<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Significance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n