ISRO Successfully Launches EOS-05 Earth Observation Satellite
Why in News
ISRO successfully launched GSLV-F17 carrying EOS-05 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. EOS-05 is described as India's first imaging satellite placed in a geosynchronous/sub-geosynchronous orbit, strengthening India's Earth-observation capabilities.
Highlights
- GSLV-F17 successfully carried EOS-05 into space.
- The launch took place from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota.
- EOS-05 strengthens India's Earth-observation and imaging capabilities.
- It is described as India's first imaging satellite placed in a geosynchronous/sub-geosynchronous orbit.
Important Facts
- Launch vehicle: GSLV-F17.
- Satellite: EOS-05.
- Launch site: Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota.
- Mission domain: Earth observation.
Static GK
- ISRO stands for Indian Space Research Organisation.
- Satish Dhawan Space Centre is located at Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.
- GSLV stands for Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle.
Exam Importance
EOS-05 and the GSLV-F17 mission are important for Science & Technology, Space Technology and Earth Observation questions in UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway and State PSC examinations.
Memory Trick
GSLV-F17 → EOS-05 → Earth Observation → Geosynchronous/Sub-geosynchronous orbit