Why in News?
ISRO launched EOS-05, described in the source as India’s first dedicated geo-imaging satellite, aboard GSLV-F17 from Sriharikota.
Key Details
- EOS-05 is designed for Earth imaging from a geosynchronous orbit, allowing repeated observation of a broad region from a high-altitude orbit.
- The satellite weighs about 2,367 kg and was placed initially into a Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO).
- GSLV-F17 uses an indigenous cryogenic upper stage, a key technology for launching heavier satellites to high-energy orbits.
- The mission was the 19th flight of GSLV and the 107th launch mission from Sriharikota.
Exam Connect
- GSLV → Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle
- GTO → transfer orbit used to place satellites toward geosynchronous orbit
- Satish Dhawan Space Centre → Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh