PSLV C34 rocket to inject 22 satellites into orbit

Q.  PSLV C34 is carrying how many satellites into orbit, marking a first in ISRO’s history?
- Published on 29 Mar 16

a. 21
b. 22
c. 23
d. 24

ANSWER: 22
 
PSLV C34 will be launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota in May 2016. This signifies a giant leap for the Indian space mission because 22 satellites will be injected into orbit, making it the first such time in the ISRO’s history. Cartosat 2 carrying the primary payload will also carry on board 4 micro satellites weighing 85 to 130 kg and 17 nano satellites of 4 to 30 kg.

About the satellites
  • 18 satellites are being launched by foreign powers
  • This includes US, Canada, Germany and Indonesia
  • Two nano satellites have been developed by Pune Engineering College and Sathyabhama University
  • In April 2008, 10 satellites were launched into orbit by ISRO using the PSLV C9 rocket.

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