NEW DELHI: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to launch its PSLV-C60 mission, which will carry out several pioneering experiments in space. Slated for a year-end launch, the mission will showcase a range of innovative technologies, including a study on seed germination in outer space, the use of a robotic arm to capture tethered debris, and the testing of green propulsion systems.
A key highlight of the mission will be the POEM-4 (PSLV Orbital Experiment Module), which will remain in orbit after the launch of the primary satellite. The module is equipped with 24 experiments, including 14 from ISRO’s own laboratories and 10 from private universities and startups, showcasing the growing collaboration between ISRO and India’s private sector in space research.
The PSLV-C60 mission will also deploy two satellites, ‘Chaser’ and ‘Target,’ designed to demonstrate space docking technologies that are vital for the development of India’s space station. These experiments aim to advance India’s capabilities in space exploration and technology, marking another significant step in ISRO’s ambitious space program.
The mission is expected to provide valuable data on various aspects of space technology, including the potential for sustainable crop growth in space, an area of great interest for future long-duration space missions. This launch underscores ISRO’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of space science and technology, while also exploring new possibilities for collaboration with the private sector.
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