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India-US space partnership takes off with successful NISAR launch

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Indo-US Space Partnership: NISAR Launch

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) successfully launched the Earth observation satellite, NISAR, marking a significant milestone in Indo-US space collaboration.

Key Features of NISAR

  • Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) is the most expensive Earth observation satellite to date, with a $1.5 billion investment.
  • It is the first joint development project by the space agencies of India and the United States.
  • Weighs 2,392 kg and is designed to scan Earth's land and ice surfaces twice every 12 days.
  • Provides critical insights into ice sheets, sea ice, glaciers, and Earth's crust deformation due to natural hazards.

Significance and Impact

  • Considered a game changer for precise disaster management, particularly for cyclones and floods.
  • Its dual-band radar capability allows it to penetrate fog, dense clouds, and ice layers, benefiting aviation and shipping sectors.
  • Contributes to detecting volcanic changes, landslides, climate change, and more.
  • Equipped with two radar systems: an L-band system from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory and an S-band system from ISRO.

Industry Perspectives

  • The mission is seen as a foundation for deeper US-India cooperation in space technology.
  • Encourages the evolving Indian private space sector to participate in future collaborations.
  • Positions India as a global space partner and leader in global space exploration.

Future Implications

  • The launch is a preview to nine major launches planned for the year, including the first private sector PSLV mission.
  • Emphasizes fostering innovative public-private partnerships for growth in the global space economy.
  • Tags :
  • NISAR
  • Indo-US Space Partnership
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