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The primary objective of SpaDeX is to develop and demonstrate the technology necessary for the rendezvous, docking, and undocking of spacecraft with high precision.
NEW DELHI: Tonight at precisely 10:00:15 PM, the PSLV-C60 rocket, carrying the SpaDeX mission along with innovative payloads, is set for liftoff from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. The SpaDeX mission, part of the fourth POEM Mission, marks a pivotal moment for ISRO as it aims to demonstrate India’s capabilities in orbital docking—a critical technology for future space exploration, including human spaceflight and satellite servicing.
🎉 Launch Day is Here! 🚀
Tonight at precisely 10:00:15 PM, PSLV-C60 with SpaDeX and innovative payloads are set for liftoff.
SpaDeX (Space Docking Experiment) is a pioneering mission to establish India’s capability in orbital docking, a key technology for future human… pic.twitter.com/147ywcLP0f
— ISRO (@isro) December 30, 2024
The SpaDeX (Space Docking Experiment) mission marks a major milestone for ISRO, aiming to demonstrate India’s capability in orbital docking. The mission will involve the docking of two small spacecraft: SDX01 (the Chaser) and SDX02 (the Target) in low-Earth orbit.
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As the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) gears up for this significant year-end mission, the Tamil Nadu Fisheries Department has issued a precautionary warning to fishermen in the Pazhaverkadu area of Tiruvallur district. The warning comes ahead of the PSLV-C60 rocket launch scheduled for tonight. The department has advised local fishermen to refrain from venturing into the sea during the launch as a safety measure.
The primary objective of SpaDeX is to develop and demonstrate the technology necessary for the rendezvous, docking, and undocking of spacecraft with high precision. This mission will be a precursor to future autonomous docking systems needed for lunar missions like Chandrayaan-4, which will operate without GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) support from Earth.
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“Because of its small size and mass, SpaDeX is even more challenging due to the finer precision required for the rendezvous and docking manoeuvres compared to docking two large spacecraft,” ISRO stated. “This mission will be a forerunner for autonomous docking needed for future lunar missions.”
In light of the rocket launch, the Tamil Nadu Fisheries Department has ordered that fishermen in the Pazhaverkadu area remain ashore during the event. Ajay Anand, the Assistant Director of the Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare Department in Tiruvallur district, has emphasized the importance of following this advisory to avoid any potential risks associated with the rocket launch.
As ISRO prepares to launch the SpaDeX mission, this groundbreaking step in orbital docking technology represents a significant advancement in India’s space exploration capabilities. The success of this mission will pave the way for future lunar and interplanetary missions, solidifying India’s leadership in autonomous space technology.
