With India's security in mind, Isro plans to launch 10 surveillance satellites in 2020-21

[BL33D]

With the country’s security in mind, Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) is gearing up to launch an unprecedented 10 earth observation satellites with space surveillance feature during 2020-21, according to the annual report of the Department of Space.

In comparison to 10 earth observation (EO) satellites, only three communication satellites and two navigation satellites are scheduled to be launched in the next financial year starting April this year. In the past, Isro had never given so much impetus in boosting its surveillance powers and the focus was more on communication satellites. A huge number of EO satellites suggests Isro’s priority is to boost space surveillance in order to keep an eye on terror launchpads along the borders, checking infiltration and keeping an eye on China’s naval activities in the Indian Ocean Region.

The 10 earth observation (EO) satellites include the high-tech Geo Imaging Satellite Gisat-1 that has the capability to do real-time earth imaging. “Gisat-1 will do a full rotation of the Earth and come to the same point after every 2 hours. It is really good for fast imaging of the Earth and can perform constant and rapid surveillance. If needed, the satellite can observe a point for a longer duration,” says a source in Isro.

The other EO satellites include highly advanced radar imaging satellites RISAT-2BR2, RISAT- 1A and 2A (with high agility X-band synthetic aperture radar), Oceansat-3 and Resourcesat-3/3A & SA. Risat satellites with high-spatial resolution will provide all-weather, day and night imaging services from space. They will be good for space surveillance and will mainly be used by security forces.

According to the annual report, Isro has planned in all 36 missions, including satellites and launchers, in 2020-21. These missions include the launch of three space science satellites, one technology demonstrator test, two small satellite launch vehicle demonstration tests, 10 PSLVs, three GSLV Mk-II, one GSLV-MkIII and one unmanned flight of Gaganyaan in 2020-21.

Isro is also planning to launch a new series of high-resolution satellites (HRSATs) that will be a constellation of three satellites packed together in a PSLV. These three satellites will be placed in space to provide systematic coverage of high resolution panchromatic and multispectral data. They will provide images with better than 1.0 m resolution with 15 km swath. The constellation is meant for large-scale land mapping.

A budget of Rs 13,480 crore has been proposed for the next fiscal in the recent budget for the Department of Space. Of it, Rs 265 has been allocated under the Space Sciences category and Rs 750 crore under the Insat Satellite System category. Most of the EO satellites to be launched in 2020-21 will be funded from the money allocated under these two categories.

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[GHALIB]

With the country’s security in mind, Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) is gearing up to launch an unprecedented 10 earth observation satellites with space surveillance feature during 2020-21, according to the annual report of the Department of Space.

In comparison to 10 earth observation (EO) satellites, only three communication satellites and two navigation satellites are scheduled to be launched in the next financial year starting April this year. In the past, Isro had never given so much impetus in boosting its surveillance powers and the focus was more on communication satellites. A huge number of EO satellites suggests Isro’s priority is to boost space surveillance in order to keep an eye on terror launchpads along the borders, checking infiltration and keeping an eye on China’s naval activities in the Indian Ocean Region.


With the country’s security in mind, Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) is gearing up to launch an unprecedented 10 earth observation satellites with space surveillance feature during 2020-21, according to the annual report of the Department of Space.

In comparison to 10 earth observation (EO) satellites, only three communication satellites and two navigation satellites are scheduled to be launched in the next financial year starting April this year. In the past, Isro had never given so much impetus in boosting its surveillance powers and the focus was more on communication satellites. A huge number of EO satellites suggests Isro’s priority is to boost space surveillance in order to keep an eye on terror launchpads along the borders, checking infiltration and keeping an eye on China’s naval activities in the Indian Ocean Region.

The 10 earth observation (EO) satellites include the high-tech Geo Imaging Satellite Gisat-1 that has the capability to do real-time earth imaging. “Gisat-1 will do a full rotation of the Earth and come to the same point after every 2 hours. It is really good for fast imaging of the Earth and can perform constant and rapid surveillance. If needed, the satellite can observe a point for a longer duration,” says a source in Isro.

The other EO satellites include highly advanced radar imaging satellites RISAT-2BR2, RISAT- 1A and 2A (with high agility X-band synthetic aperture radar), Oceansat-3 and Resourcesat-3/3A & SA. Risat satellites with high-spatial resolution will provide all-weather, day and night imaging services from space. They will be good for space surveillance and will mainly be used by security forces.

According to the annual report, Isro has planned in all 36 missions, including satellites and launchers, in 2020-21. These missions include the launch of three space science satellites, one technology demonstrator test, two small satellite launch vehicle demonstration tests, 10 PSLVs, three GSLV Mk-II, one GSLV-MkIII and one unmanned flight of Gaganyaan in 2020-21.

Isro is also planning to launch a new series of high-resolution satellites (HRSATs) that will be a constellation of three satellites packed together in a PSLV. These three satellites will be placed in space to provide systematic coverage of high resolution panchromatic and multispectral data. They will provide images with better than 1.0 m resolution with 15 km swath. The constellation is meant for large-scale land mapping.

A budget of Rs 13,480 crore has been proposed for the next fiscal in the recent budget for the Department of Space. Of it, Rs 265 has been allocated under the Space Sciences category and Rs 750 crore under the Insat Satellite System category. Most of the EO satellites to be launched in 2020-21 will be funded from the money allocated under these two categories.

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com...atellites-in-2020-21/articleshow/74166548.cms

very good .

 

[Gadkari]

ISRO Set To Launch 10 Earth Observation Satellites In 2020-21 Including First Geo Imaging Satellite

by Swarajya Staff - Feb 16 2020, 2:08 pm,

Image from Wikipedia. Artist’s concept of the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite in orbit.


Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to achieve a major feat as it is working towards launching an unprecedented 10 earth observation satellites into space in 2020-21, reports The Hindu.

The launches include the first ever Geo Imaging Satellite GISAT-1's launch into space which would add to the capabilities of the nation. It should also be noted that in the ongoing 2019-20 year, the ISRO had planned to launch six earth observation satellites into space, of which two are still to be launched.

As of now, 10 national earth observation satellites, 18 communication satellites and eight navigation satellites are actively serving the nation across a gamut of applications including broadcasting, telephony, internet services, weather forecasting, security, disaster management and more.

Meanwhile, it should also be noted that for the upcoming fiscal, ISRO has lined up 36 missions, which is another unprecedented figure for the nation's space research institution. To accomplish the feat, ISRO has been allotted the highest-ever budgetary outlay of Rs 13,480 crore by Union Ministry of Finance.


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ISRO Set To Launch 10 Earth Observation Satellites In 2020-21 Including First Geo Imaging Satellite

by Swarajya Staff - Feb 16 2020, 2:08 pm,

Image from Wikipedia. Artist’s concept of the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite in orbit.


Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to achieve a major feat as it is working towards launching an unprecedented 10 earth observation satellites into space in 2020-21, reports The Hindu.

The launches include the first ever Geo Imaging Satellite GISAT-1's launch into space which would add to the capabilities of the nation. It should also be noted that in the ongoing 2019-20 year, the ISRO had planned to launch six earth observation satellites into space, of which two are still to be launched.

As of now, 10 national earth observation satellites, 18 communication satellites and eight navigation satellites are actively serving the nation across a gamut of applications including broadcasting, telephony, internet services, weather forecasting, security, disaster management and more.

Meanwhile, it should also be noted that for the upcoming fiscal, ISRO has lined up 36 missions, which is another unprecedented figure for the nation's space research institution. To accomplish the feat, ISRO has been allotted the highest-ever budgetary outlay of Rs 13,480 crore by Union Ministry of Finance.


https://swarajyamag.com/insta/in-a-...-lord-mahakal-in-irctcs-kashi-mahakal-express

very nice

 

[Yaseen1]

low quality satellites by india are only increasing space debris,I think nasa should impose fines on india for polluting space

 

[Zapper]

low quality satellites by india are only increasing space debris,I think nasa should impose fines on india for polluting space

Yeah, no wonder suparco could only launch fire-crackers on top of a 5 storey building fearing NASA would lash back on it's space debris

 

[Fox_hound]

Would it be able to see the 'dead terrorishts' next time you guys do a 'shurgical shtrike'?

 

[Zane_K]

Would it be able to see the 'dead terrorishts' next time you guys do a 'shurgical shtrike'?

Haha... I was reading this with a slurred speech...

 

[Gadkari]

Would it be able to see the 'dead terrorishts' next time you guys do a 'shurgical shtrike'?

Why do you ask ? Are you expecting more such strikes from India ?

I think the Defense chief is on record saying that any such strike in the future will also ensure destruction of the building itself and not just killing the terrorists inside. (To minimize scope for propaganda)

 

[Zane_K]

Yeah, no wonder suparco could only launch fire-crackers on top of a 5 storey building fearing NASA would lash back on it's space debris

Ha ... firecrackers ! ....what can i say ?
Love them or hate them you got to agree Indians techies’ are doing well.

Why do you ask ? Are you expecting more such strikes from India ?

I think the Defense chief is on record saying that any such strike in the future will also ensure destruction of the building itself and not just killing the terrorists inside. (To minimize scope for propaganda)

Mishter? mishter? is this like one of them subliminal messheges?

 

[Gadkari]

Mishter? mishter? is this like one of them subliminal messheges?

What do you mean ?

There was an interview of the IAF chief who explicitly said this.

 

[Fox_hound]

Why do you ask ? Are you expecting more such strikes from India ?

I think the Defense chief is on record saying that any such strike in the future will also ensure destruction of the building itself and not just killing the terrorists inside. (To minimize scope for propaganda)

Would you be able to bear the humiliation this time that would follow after it?

 

[Sine Nomine]

What do you mean ?

There was an interview of the IAF chief who explicitly said this.

What he said,whole is dying to know about those 1000 lb Mark84 turned Spice Bombs,which after hitting a tin building, slip inside and while killing occupants leave whole building intact.

 

[Gadkari]

Would you be able to bear the humiliation this time that would follow after it?

Humiliation for dropping bombs deep inside pakistan ? I think we will manage.

What he said,whole is dying to know about those 1000 lb Mark84 turned Spice Bombs,which after hitting a tin building, slip inside and while killing occupants leave whole building intact.

He said, the "next time", they will take down the whole building and not focus only only killing the occupants.

 

[Zane_K]

What do you mean ?

There was an interview of the IAF chief who explicitly said this.

Hmmm ok then...