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    Isro’s PSLV Achieves Another Success with Proba-3 Launch for ESA

    Aditya LenkaBy Aditya LenkaDecember 5, 2024Updated:December 6, 2024 Space No Comments3 Mins Read
    ISRO's PSLV, Proba-3, Proba 3

    India’s PSLV Successfully Launches ESA’s Proba-3 Mission

    India’s space programme achieved another remarkable milestone with the successful launch of the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Proba-3 mission. The mission was carried out by the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) using its reliable Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV-XL). The launch, originally scheduled for Wednesday, took place on Thursday from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, following a brief delay due to a technical snag.

    Proba-3: A Leap Forward in Solar Research and Space Technology

    Proba-3, a cutting-edge Sun-observing mission developed by ESA over a decade, comprises two satellites designed to operate in precise formation. Together, the Coronagraph Spacecraft (CSC) and the Occulter Spacecraft (OSC) simulate a total solar eclipse, enabling prolonged observation of the Sun’s corona—critical for understanding phenomena such as coronal mass ejections and solar flares. These events have significant implications for Earth’s communication systems, navigation, and power grids.

    The satellites, weighing a combined 545 kg, were deployed into a highly elliptical orbit approximately 600 km above Earth, 18 minutes after liftoff. The mission enables up to six hours of uninterrupted observation of the inner corona per orbit, vastly surpassing the fleeting durations of natural solar eclipses, which occur only about 60 times a century.

    Strengthening ESA’s Solar Research

    Proba-3 joins ESA’s Solar Orbiter in advancing the understanding of the Sun’s complex dynamics. The €200 million ($210 million) mission, supported by over 40 European companies, including SENER Aerospace, Redwire Space, and Airbus Defence and Space, aims to uncover the origins of solar wind and coronal mass ejections.

    “The corona of the Sun has been poorly investigated. Understanding its dynamics is critical for predicting space weather and mitigating its risks,” said Esther Bastida Pertegaz, Proba-3 Systems Engineer.

    ISRO’s Growing Commercial and Technological Prowess

    The launch marks the 61st flight of the PSLV and was conducted under NewSpace India Ltd. (NSIL), ISRO’s commercial arm. By deploying ESA’s Proba-3, ISRO reinforced its reputation as a dependable partner for international space missions. ESA, facing setbacks in its own launch capabilities due to delays in the Ariane 6 programme and geopolitical tensions severing access to Russian Soyuz rockets, chose ISRO for its cost efficiency and proven reliability.

    This mission also highlights ISRO’s technological achievements, adding to recent successes such as the Chandrayaan-3 lunar landing and the Aditya-L1 solar observatory. As ISRO progresses with its Gaganyaan mission to send Indian astronauts into space and plans further exploration of the Moon, Mars, and Venus, it is simultaneously cementing its position as a global leader in commercial space launches.

    A Bright Future for ISRO-ESA Collaboration

    The Proba-3 mission solidifies a long-standing partnership between ISRO and ESA, dating back to the Proba-1 mission launched by ISRO in 2001. The success of Proba-3 not only bolsters ESA’s solar research capabilities but also reaffirms ISRO’s role as a key player in the international space sector.

    With this launch, ISRO continues to demonstrate its capacity to handle complex missions, pushing the boundaries of space science and technology while strengthening its influence in the global space industry.

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      Aditya Lenka

      A multi-faceted professional with a diverse range of skills and experiences. He currently works as a Producer, Digital Marketer, and Journalist for several well-known media outlets, namely StratNewsGlobal, BharatShakti, and Interstellar. With a passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail, Aditya has covered a wide range of topics and events across India, bringing a unique perspective to his work.When he's not busy producing content, Aditya enjoys exploring new places and cuisines, having traveled extensively throughout India. He's also an avid writer and poet, often penning his thoughts and musings in his free time. And when he wants to unwind and relax, Aditya spends time with his two loyal companions, Zorro and Pablo, his beloved dogs.Aditya's dynamic personality and varied interests make him a unique individual, always eager to learn and experience new things.

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      A multi-faceted professional with a diverse range of skills and experiences. He currently works as a Producer, Digital Marketer, and Journalist for several well-known media outlets, namely StratNewsGlobal, BharatShakti, and Interstellar. With a passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail, Aditya has covered a wide range of topics and events across India, bringing a unique perspective to his work.When he's not busy producing content, Aditya enjoys exploring new places and cuisines, having traveled extensively throughout India. He's also an avid writer and poet, often penning his thoughts and musings in his free time. And when he wants to unwind and relax, Aditya spends time with his two loyal companions, Zorro and Pablo, his beloved dogs.Aditya's dynamic personality and varied interests make him a unique individual, always eager to learn and experience new things.

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