Isro is launching a robotic arm with Spadex in space. Here's what it will do

Isro is preparing for its pioneering Space Docking Experiment, set to launch on December 30, 2024. This mission will feature a sophisticated robotic arm designed to capture tethered space debris, marking a significant advancement in India's space technology. Upon successful completion of this experiment, the robotic manipulator will be equipped to capture free-floating debris and refuel both tethered and free-floating spacecraft in future missions under Isro's Program for On-Orbit Experimentation and Maintenance. Isro has emphasised that demonstrating this technology is a vital step towards developing comprehensive space debris capture and deorbiting solutions, as well as enhancing in-orbit servicing capabilities. As the PSLV-C60 rocket prepares for launch from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Isro's efforts signal a transformative period in space exploration, positioning India among leading nations capable of sophisticated space operations.