ISRO Launches EOS-05 Earth Observation Satellite on GSLV-F17

# ISRO Launches EOS-05 Earth Observation Satellite on GSLV-F17 ### 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