ISRO is scheduled to launch SSLV-D1/EOS-02 mission on August 7 at 9.18 AM IST from Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), Sriharikota in a major boost to Girl Power. The maiden flight will roar to the skies sharply when the countdown reaches zero and will carry AzaadiSat built by 750 girl students across India. The Government-owned space agency has invited citizens to witness the launch event live and the registrations are now open.
The main highlight of SSLV-D1 is the inclusion of AzaadiSat, which is designed and built by 750 girl students from 75 schools across India. The AzaadiSat measures just 8 kg and includes 75 Femto experiments, selfie cameras and long-range communication transponders. The project is part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav celebrations and carries an overall life of 6 months.
The launch of the SSLV-D1/EOS-02 Mission is scheduled for Sunday, August 7, 2022, at 9:18 am (IST) from Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), Sriharikota. ISRO invites citizens to the Launch View Gallery at SDSC to witness the launch. Registration is open at https://t.co/J9jd8yDs4a pic.twitter.com/rq37VfSfXu
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In a tweet, the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (INSPACe) disclosed that 750 girl students from 75 schools across India will be cheerfully looking at the maiden flight of SSLV as it carries their own AzaadiSat as a co-passenger.
According to Rifath Sharook, Chief Technology Officer, Space Kidz India, the main aim is to promote women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) because of UN’s theme – Women in Space. SSLV will infuse low earth orbit satellites with less than 500 kg for earth observation and Internet Connectivity. The primary payload is MicroSat 2A, which will eject first followed by AzaadiSat. T
he Indian space agency revealed that SSLV can be manufactured within one week to meet the growing demands of the emerging space sector. SSLV has been designed to meet the target of Launch on Demand requirements in an affordable manner. The vehicle will have 3 all solid stage with the capability to launch upto 500KG satellite mass into 500km LEO. The upcoming launch is important for ISRO because they can sell SSLV to other deserving countries and indulge in knowledge sharing. Moreover, the successful launch will boost girls who have developed AzzadiSat.
