{"id":33326,"date":"2024-12-06T18:19:14","date_gmt":"2024-12-06T12:49:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/?p=33326"},"modified":"2024-12-19T20:36:31","modified_gmt":"2024-12-19T15:06:31","slug":"pslv-c59-proba-3-launch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/current-affairs\/06-12-2024\/pslv-c59-proba-3-launch","title":{"rendered":"ISRO Launches PSLV-C59 Rocket with ESA\u2019s Proba-3 Satellite"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Syllabus: GS3\/ Space<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Context<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • The PSLV-C59 carried the Proba-3 spacecraft i<\/strong>nto a highly elliptical orbit as a dedicated commercial mission by NewSpace India Limited (NSIL).<\/strong>\n
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    • The PSLV-C59\/Proba-3 mission<\/strong> is a testament to India’s growing prowess in space technology and its increasing prominence in the global space arena. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      About Proba-3 Mission (Project for Onboard Autonomy)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      • Objective:<\/strong> Observe the Sun\u2019s corona using precision formation flying\u2014a world first.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Spacecraft: <\/strong>The mission uses two spacecraft:\n
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        • Coronagraph: <\/strong>Studies the Sun\u2019s corona.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Occulter: <\/strong>Blocks the Sun to create artificial eclipses for better observation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Benefits for India<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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          • Global Market Presence:<\/strong> India holds 2-3% of the global space economy, with scope for exponential growth. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Economic Growth:<\/strong> Increased commercial launches and the development of space-related technologies can contribute to economic growth and job creation. Over $279 million earned from foreign satellite launches (2022).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Technological Advancement:<\/strong> Participating in international collaborations like Proba-3 fosters technological advancement and strengthens India’s position in the global space industry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Strategic Importance:<\/strong> India’s growing space capabilities enhance its strategic autonomy and its role in international space exploration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            Key Initiatives<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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            • IN-SPACe:<\/strong> This regulatory body plays a vital role in promoting private sector participation in the Indian space sector.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Indian Space Policy 2023:<\/strong> The updated policy aims to further liberalize the space sector and encourage private investment and innovation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Startups and SSLV: <\/strong>The rise of private space startups and the development of the SSLV demonstrate India’s commitment to fostering a vibrant and competitive space ecosystem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              Source: TH<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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