Published: 22nd Feb, 2024
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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the INSAT-3DS meteorological satellite onboard a Geosynchronous Launch Vehicle (GSLV).
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About INSAT-3DS Satellite
- INSAT-3DS Satellite is a follow-on mission of Third Generation Meteorological Satellitefrom geostationary orbit.
- It is designed for enhanced meteorological observations and monitoring of land and ocean surfaces for weather forecasting and disaster warning.
- The satellite would serve various departments under the Ministry of Earth Sciences including the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD).
- The satellite will augment the meteorological services along with the presently operational INSAT-3D and INSAT-3DR satellites.
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A geostationary orbit is a high earth orbit that permits satellites to match Earth's rotation |
Objectives of the mission:
The primary objectives of the mission are:
- To monitor Earth’s surface, carry out oceanic observations and its environment in various spectral channels of meteorological importance.
- To provide the vertical profile of various meteorological parameters of the atmosphere.
- To provide the data collection and data dissemination capabilities from the data collection platforms (DCPs).
- To provide satellite aided search and rescue services.
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