ISRO's SSLV-D3-EOS-08 Mission: A Leap in Microsatellite Development

ISRO has initiated the countdown for the launch of its small satellite launch vehicle, SSLV-D3-EOS-08. This mission, the third for ISRO in 2024, aims to develop microsatellites and payload instruments, boosting NewSpace India Ltd's capability. The satellite carries three payloads and has a mission life of one year.

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has begun the countdown for the launch of its earth observation satellite, SSLV-D3-EOS-08, as announced on Friday.

This mission, ISRO's third in 2024, takes place after the successful SSLV-D2-EOS-07 launch in February. The agency has confirmed a six-and-a-half-hour countdown started at 2:47 AM IST.

The primary goals include developing a microsatellite and integrating payload instruments. With the completion of this mission, NewSpace India Ltd will be better positioned to handle commercial launches using Small Satellite Launch Vehicles.

(With inputs from agencies.)