ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) has once again successfully launched a satellite that could change the way we monitor Earth. On August 16, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, ISRO launched the SSLV-D3 rocket, carrying the EOS-08 satellite. This satellite is packed with advanced technology and is designed to serve both ISRO’s and India's needs.
Key Features of the EOS-08 Satellite:
Earth Observation: EOS-08 is primarily an Earth Observation Satellite, designed to monitor the Earth and provide crucial data for disaster management, environmental monitoring, and more. It can offer early warnings for natural disasters, helping in prompt response and management.
Disaster Management: This satellite plays a crucial role in disaster management by providing early warnings for natural calamities such as earthquakes and tsunamis, making it an invaluable asset for India's disaster preparedness.
Advanced Payloads: The satellite is equipped with three key payloads:
Electro-Optical Infrared Payload (EOIR): Captures high-resolution images during both day and night, monitoring wave patterns and surface conditions.
Global Navigation Satellite System-Reflectometry Payload (GNSS-R): Helps in analyzing sea surface winds and soil moisture, and assists in flood detection.
SIC UV Dosimeter: Monitors UV radiation and acts as a high-alert sensor for gamma radiation, crucial for future manned missions like Gaganyaan.
High-Resolution Imaging: The satellite is capable of capturing images 24/7, which is critical for continuous monitoring of the Earth's surface, including oceans, mountains, forests, and ice caps.
Environmental Monitoring: It provides important data on air quality, soil moisture, and can even detect flood-prone areas through remote sensing, making it a key tool in climate change studies and environmental protection.
Global Importance: While it primarily serves India's needs, the data gathered by this satellite is valuable globally, providing insights into environmental changes and helping to predict and manage natural disasters.
