ISRO's PSLV-C60 Rocket Launch Sets New Milestone with SpaDeX Experiment

ISRO's PSLV-C60 rocket marked its 60th successful mission, showcasing the SpaDeX project. This pivotal launch is essential for future missions like Chandrayaan-4. The successful docking technology demo signifies India's progress in human spaceflight and space station capabilities, setting a foundation for future extraterrestrial exploration.

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved a significant milestone with the successful launch of the PSLV-C60 rocket, incorporating innovative payloads and the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX). According to V Narayanan, Director of the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC), this marks the 60th successful flight of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV), highlighting ISRO's high success rate.

The SpaDeX project, as detailed by Narayanan, is crucial for upcoming initiatives like Chandrayaan-4, which will involve launching dual 4,600-kilogram satellites via separate rockets with a subsequent docking process. This docking mechanism is pivotal as India plans to demonstrate advanced space capabilities, becoming the fourth country to achieve such a feat.

M Sankaran from the UR Rao Satellite Centre emphasized that docking technology is foundational for human spaceflights, potential lunar and Mars expeditions, and space stations. The recent demonstration of this technology confirms India's growing proficiency in space exploration, setting the stage for future human and uncrewed missions. Additionally, the SpaDeX project majorly contributes to ISRO's cost-effective advancements in in-space docking technology.

(With inputs from agencies.)