PSLV to carry 8 micro satellites: ISRO

Q.  How many micro satellites will be carried in a single mission of the PSLV-SSO?
- Published on 05 Jan 16

a. 6
b. 7
c. 8
d. 9

ANSWER: 8
 
In a new global era, vehicle configuration of the PSLV of 400 km Space Shuttle Orbiter is around 1200 kgs. Number of micro satellites can be carried in a single mission namely 8 each weighing 120 kg with total payload capacity 960 kg. Currently, domestic satellite communication is dominated by DTH and fixed satellite services. Thematic missions such as tele-medicine and tele-education as well as satellite aided navigation are also on the rise.

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