ISRO's Unsuccessful 101st Mission: Pressure Issues and Plans for a Debris-Free Future
ISRO's 101st mission from Sriharikota with an earth observation satellite onboard the PSLV-C61 rocket failed due to a pressure issue in the third stage. The mission aimed to provide all-weather imaging for various applications and planned for a debris-free end-of-life orbit.
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ISRO faced a setback as its 101st mission, involving an earth observation satellite aboard the PSLV-C61 rocket, was unsuccessful. A pressure anomaly in the third stage of the launch vehicle led to the mission's failure, despite a smooth lift-off from Sriharikota.
The PSLV-C61, a four-stage vehicle, encountered issues in its third stage—a solid motor system—which resulted in a drop in chamber pressure. This prevented the mission from achieving its objectives, explained mission director Narayanan.
The satellite, equipped with a Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), was designed for all-weather imaging, crucial for applications in agriculture, disaster management, and national security. The mission also planned for a debris-free conclusion by de-orbiting the satellite post-mission life.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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