ISRO successfully docks two satellites in Space under Spadex Mission in fourth attempt
2 months, 1 week ago

ISRO successfully docks two satellites in Space under Spadex Mission in fourth attempt

India TV News  

ISRO achieved a major milestone on Thursday with its fourth attempt at docking two satellites in space as part of the Spadex mission. "ISRO successfully completed docking of two SPADEX satellites in the early hours of 16 January, 2025," the space agency said on X. A historic achievement for India The Indian Space Research Organisation has successfully docked two satellites in space under its SpaDeX mission. SpaDeX: A game-changing technology demonstrator The SpaDeX mission, launched on December 30 via PSLV, involved two 220-kg satellites: SDX01 and SDX02.

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ISRO’s SpaDeX success strengthens India’s path to Chandrayaan-4 and human spaceflight
1 week, 3 days ago

ISRO’s SpaDeX success strengthens India’s path to Chandrayaan-4 and human spaceflight

Live Mint  

India has achieved a major milestone in space technology with the successful de-docking of its Space Docking Experiment satellites, marking a significant advancement in the country's future space exploration endeavours. The Indian Space Research Organisation announced the completion of the complex manoeuvre on Thursday, underscoring India's growing expertise in spacecraft docking and separation. The docking of the SpaDeX satellites, completed …

ISRO undocks SpaDex satellites, making India the 4th country to achieve this historic feat
1 week, 3 days ago

ISRO undocks SpaDex satellites, making India the 4th country to achieve this historic feat

The Hindu  

The Indian Space Research Organisation has successfully undocked the SpaDex satellites. In a post on March 13, ISRO stated: “Spadex Undocking Successful! Key sequence of events: SDX-2 extension successful Capture Lever 3 released as planned Capture Lever in SDX-2 disengaged Decapture command issued in SDX-1 & SDX-2 FINALLY, SUCCESSFUL UNDOCKING!” On January 16, ISRO had successfully executed the SpaDeX docking …

Video: Isro successfully undocks Spadex satellites, paves way for Chandrayaan-4
1 week, 3 days ago

Video: Isro successfully undocks Spadex satellites, paves way for Chandrayaan-4

India Today  

The Indian Space Research Organisation has successfully completed the undocking of two satellites, part of the Space Docking Experiment mission, marking a significant milestone in India's space exploration journey. #Spadex #ISRO #SpaceTech pic.twitter.com/7u158tgKSG ISRO March 13, 2025 Following these maneuvers, the decapture command was issued in both SDX-1 and SDX-2, leading to the successful separation of the satellites. The successful …

Isro to resume SpaDeX mission from March 15: All you need to know
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Isro to resume SpaDeX mission from March 15: All you need to know

India Today  

The Indian Space Research Organisation is set to resume experiments on its SpaDeX mission in mid-March. The SpaDeX mission involved two satellites: SDX01 and SDX02, each weighing approximately 220 kg as they navigated their way in the coldness of space, aligning together for the docking. With ample propellant onboard, Isro intends to conduct multiple experiments, including those scheduled for a …

Is Spadex suffering from glitches after docking in space? Isro chief shares update
1 month, 1 week ago

Is Spadex suffering from glitches after docking in space? Isro chief shares update

India Today  

Days after reports of the Space Docking Experiment facing glitches in space after the historic docking, the Indian Space Research Organisation has finally broken the silence. Isro chief V Narayana clarified that the two satellites, Chaser and Target, which have been working as a single unit since docking in space in January, are functioning smoothly. Some reports have recently claimed …

ISRO marks 100th launch; GSLV-F15 succeeds at placing NVS-02 in planned orbit
Top News
1 month, 3 weeks ago

ISRO marks 100th launch; GSLV-F15 succeeds at placing NVS-02 in planned orbit

Hindustan Times  

The Indian Space Research Organisation successfully launched their GSLV-F15 carrying the NVS-02 on 6:23 AM at Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. ISRO's 100th launch was successfully carried out GSLV-F15 is the 17th flight of India's Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle and 11th flight with Indigenous Cryo stage.It is the 8th operational flight of GSLV with an indigenous Cryogenic stage. Earlier on Tuesday, Director …

Isro yet to attempt undocking as SpaDeX satellites remain docked to each other
2 months ago

Isro yet to attempt undocking as SpaDeX satellites remain docked to each other

India Today  

The Indian Space and Research Organisation is monitoring the two satellites docked together as part of the Space Docking Experiment. The Indian space agency performed the docking successfully on January 16 bringing both satellites chaser and target together for a precise manoeuvre while flying above Earth. ISRO successfully completed docking of two SPADEX satellites in the early hours of 16 …

SpaDeX docking experiment a success, will pave way for future missions: Isro chief
2 months ago

SpaDeX docking experiment a success, will pave way for future missions: Isro chief

India Today  

Isro chairman V Narayanan on Saturday said the space-docking experiment of satellites was successful and the results will be useful for multiple purposes, including future missions like Chandrayaan 4, Gaganyaan and India's space station. He said that the experiment will also be useful when India builds its space station as multiple units will have to be integrated into space. "For …

ISRO Releases Video Of Successfully Completed Space-Docking Of Two SpaDex Satellites: Watch
2 months ago

ISRO Releases Video Of Successfully Completed Space-Docking Of Two SpaDex Satellites: Watch

ABP News  

The Indian Space Research Organisation on Friday released a video of the successful docking of satellites as part of its Space Docking Experiment. A post shared by ISRO on X reads, "ISRO successfully completed docking of two SPADEX satellites in the early hours of 16 January, 2025." ISRO successfully completed docking of two SPADEX satellites in the early hours of …

New ISRO space docking video released, it captures historic event that put India in elite club of nations: WATCH
2 months ago

New ISRO space docking video released, it captures historic event that put India in elite club of nations: WATCH

Live Mint  

The Indian Space Research Organisation released a video of the successful docking experiment involving two satellites as part of its Space Docking Experiment on Friday. "ISRO successfully completed docking of two SPADEX satellites in the early hours of January 16, 2025," the space agency said in the caption for the video it released on 'X'. ISRO said that in space, …

Video: Watch the moment Isro's SpaDeX satellites docked
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2 months ago

Video: Watch the moment Isro's SpaDeX satellites docked

India Today  

The Indian Space Research Organisation on Friday achieved a significant milestone after it successfully performed the docking of two satellites as part of the Space Docking Experiment and announced that post docking, control of two satellites as a single object was also achieved. With this feat, India became the fourth country after the US, Russia and China to successfully dock …

​Gates in the sky: On ISRO and SpaDeX
2 months, 1 week ago

​Gates in the sky: On ISRO and SpaDeX

The Hindu  

On December 30, 2024, the Indian Space Research Organisation launched its PSLV-C60 mission. The launch was also hailed as ISRO ending the year on a high, but SpaDeX reminded us that sophisticated spaceflight missions care little for arbitrary deadlines. Once docked, ISRO began tests to verify if the satellites could exchange electric power, then undock and separate, followed by testing …

Precision in Space: India achieves historic space docking milestone
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2 months, 1 week ago

Precision in Space: India achieves historic space docking milestone

Deccan Chronicle  

Tirupati: India broke through into a select club of the US, Russia and China when the Indian Space Research Organisation docked two satellites in space, achieving mastery in the critical technology needed for setting up of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station, among others, early on Thursday. The SpaDeX involved the docking of two satellites, Chaser and Target, that were launched into …

'It's a matter of pride for us': Karnataka Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao as ISRO docks satellites
2 months, 1 week ago

'It's a matter of pride for us': Karnataka Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao as ISRO docks satellites

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka minister Dinesh Gundu Rao has congratulated the Indian Space Research Organisation after it successfully concluded the docking process of two satellites. Congratulations to India," ISRO posted on X. SpaDeX docking process completed manoeuvring from 15 meters to 3 metres hold the point with precision, leading to successful spacecraft capture. Docking successfully completed," ISRO announced, adding, "Post docking, control of …

ISRO’s SpaDex mission advances lunar exploration, sample return missions and other objectives: ATL
2 months, 1 week ago

ISRO’s SpaDex mission advances lunar exploration, sample return missions and other objectives: ATL

The Hindu  

Ananth Technologies Limited, a leading player in India’s space industry functioning from Hyderabad, said that the successful precision docking mission by Indian Space Research Organisation reinforces the agency’s unwavering commitment to push the boundaries of space exploration and technological innovation. “The successful docking highlights India’s growing capabilities in advanced space operations and showcases the dedication and expertise of ISRO’s scientists …

ISRO satellites on SpaDex mission shook hands! What space docking means for India?
2 months, 1 week ago

ISRO satellites on SpaDex mission shook hands! What space docking means for India?

Live Mint  

Chaser and Target have finally “shook hands”. Prime Minister Narendra Modi called “the successful demonstration of space docking of satellites” a “significant stepping stone for India’s ambitious space missions in the years to come.” What is ISRO SpaDex mission? The ISRO also wanted to showcase “controllability in docked conditions to extend the life of target spacecraft and test power transfer …

How Isro pulled off ‘historic’ feat of docking two satellites
2 months, 1 week ago

How Isro pulled off ‘historic’ feat of docking two satellites

Firstpost  

The Indian Space Research Organisation announced today that it was successful in docking the two SpaDeX satellites. Here’s how it happened In a historic moment, the Indian Space Research Organisation Thursday successfully docked its Space Docking Experiment satellites in space. The Indian space agency shared the update on X, saying spacecraft docking was “successfully completed”. The docking process requires further …

India becomes only fourth country ever to achieve key space landmark
2 months, 1 week ago

India becomes only fourth country ever to achieve key space landmark

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy India has become only the fourth nation in the world to successfully conduct …

ISRO's SpaDeX mission successful, India becomes 4th country to achieve space docking capabilities
2 months, 1 week ago

ISRO's SpaDeX mission successful, India becomes 4th country to achieve space docking capabilities

Op India  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday morning extended his wishes as the Indian Space Research Organisation achieved a historic feat by successfully concluding the docking process of two satellites. It is a significant stepping stone for India’s ambitious space missions in the years to come,” PM Modi posted on X. ISRO on Thursday morning announced that the much-awaited satellite docking …

PM Modi congratulates ISRO scientists for successful docking experiment
2 months, 1 week ago

PM Modi congratulates ISRO scientists for successful docking experiment

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday congratulated scientists and engineers at ISRO on the successful docking of two satellites in space. Space agency Indian Space Research Organisation successfully performed the docking of satellites as part of the Space Docking Experiment, a crucial step towards several future missions, including setting up of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station. The two satellites SDX01 and …

ISRO sucessfully docks satellites as part of SpaDeX Mission
2 months, 1 week ago

ISRO sucessfully docks satellites as part of SpaDeX Mission

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: ISRO on Thursday successfully performed the docking of satellites as part of the Space Docking Experiment and the space agency also announced that post docking, control of two satellites as a single object was successful. He said: "Congratulations to our scientists at @isro and the entire space fraternity for the successful demonstration of space docking of satellites. The PSLV …

PM Modi congratulates ISRO for achieving historic feat
2 months, 1 week ago

PM Modi congratulates ISRO for achieving historic feat

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday morning extended his wishes as the Indian Space Research Organisation achieved a historic feat by successfully concluding the docking process of two satellites. It is a significant stepping stone for India's ambitious space missions in the years to come," PM Modi posted on X. ISRO on Thursday morning announced that the much-awaited …

ISRO space docking successful, India becomes fourth country to achieve this ‘historic’ feat, PM Modi congratulates
2 months, 1 week ago

ISRO space docking successful, India becomes fourth country to achieve this ‘historic’ feat, PM Modi congratulates

Live Mint  

India became the fourth country, after Russia, China and the United States, to achieve successful “Space Docking” capabilities which are essential for future human and space missions. “India became the 4th country to achieve successful Space Docking. “Congratulations to our scientists at @isro and the entire space fraternity for the successful demonstration of space docking of satellites.” PM Modi said …

ISRO successfully docks SpaDeX satellites in space, creates history
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

ISRO successfully docks SpaDeX satellites in space, creates history

Hindustan Times  

The Indian Space Research Organisation on Thursday successfully completed the docking process of the SpaDeX satellites. Post docking, the space agency said, the control of two satellites as a single object was also successful. The PSLV C60 rocket carrying two small satellites, SDX01 and SDX02, along with 24 payloads, had lifted off from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra …

ISRO sucessfully docks satellites as part of SpaDeX Mission
2 months, 1 week ago

ISRO sucessfully docks satellites as part of SpaDeX Mission

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: ISRO on Thursday successfully performed the docking of satellites as part of the Space Docking Experiment, sources in the space agency said. The PSLV C60 rocket carrying two small satellites, SDX01 and SDX02, along with 24 payloads, had lifted off from the first launchpad of the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, and about 15 minutes after liftoff, the …

A stepping stone: PM Modi congratulates Isro over Spadex docking success
2 months, 1 week ago

A stepping stone: PM Modi congratulates Isro over Spadex docking success

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian Space Research Organisation for its historic achievement in successfully demonstrating space docking with its SpaDeX mission. In a tweet, PM Modi expressed his pride in the accomplishment, stating, "Congratulations to our scientists at @isro and the entire space fraternity for the successful demonstration of space docking of satellites. The docking technology will be …

Isro docks SpaDeX: These Indian spacecraft will rely on docking in space
2 months, 1 week ago

Isro docks SpaDeX: These Indian spacecraft will rely on docking in space

India Today  

The Indian Space and Research Organisation on Thursday created history as it docked two satellites above Earth. This scientific and engineering accomplishment positions India as the fourth nation globally to demonstrate such technology, paving the way for future missions that will utilise docking capabilities, including Chandrayaan-4, the Gaganyaan mission, and the Bharatiya Antriksh Station. CHANDRAYAAN-4 MISSION Chandrayaan-4 is poised to …

Isro docks SpaDeX satellites in space, sets stage for Chandrayaan-4, Gaganyaan
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

Isro docks SpaDeX satellites in space, sets stage for Chandrayaan-4, Gaganyaan

India Today  

In a historic achievement, the Indian Space Research Organisation successfully docked its SpaDeX satellites in space, making India the fourth country in the world to possess rendezvous, docking, and undocking capabilities. The docking experiment, which took place in the wee hours of January 16, 2025, was a meticulous dance between two satellites as the chaser aligned with the target satellite …

India achieves Space Docking success, becomes fourth Nation in global league: ISRO
2 months, 1 week ago

India achieves Space Docking success, becomes fourth Nation in global league: ISRO

India TV News  

India becomes the fourth country to join the selected League of Nations for Space Docking with the 'Bharatiya Docking System' India has made a a big leap in space technology, and has been added to the list of becoming the fourth country in the world to achieve space docking with its indigenously developed ‘Bharatiya Docking System’. Union Minister of State …

Isro's SpaDeX satellites have fuel for docking, but not enough sunlight
2 months, 1 week ago

Isro's SpaDeX satellites have fuel for docking, but not enough sunlight

India Today  

The Indian Space Research Organisation is currently facing challenges with its SpaDeX satellite mission, which has enough fuel for docking but will be hindered by insufficient sunlight in the coming days as the docking window begins to shorten. The SpaDeX mission aims to demonstrate automated rendezvous and docking technology, a critical capability for future space missions, including those targeting the …

India achieves first space docking with successful SpaDex mission, becoming fourth country to achieve major milestone
2 months, 1 week ago

India achieves first space docking with successful SpaDex mission, becoming fourth country to achieve major milestone

CNN  

CNN — India on Thursday became the fourth country to successfully achieve an unmanned docking in space, a feat seen as pivotal for future missions as New Delhi cements its place as a global space power. The Indian space agency’s mission, called the Space Docking Experiment, involved deploying two small spacecraft, weighing about 220 kilograms each, into low-earth orbit. It …

Isro might have to wait till March to dock SpaDeX satellites if...
2 months, 1 week ago

Isro might have to wait till March to dock SpaDeX satellites if...

India Today  

The Indian Space Research Organisation, which has been working to dock the two satellites part of the Space Docking Experiment may have to wait until March 2025 for the space handshake. If the docking isn't completed in the coming days, Isro faces a delay due to the complexities of operating satellites in Low Earth Orbit. After several postponements, the agency …

Isro aborted SpaDeX docking after satellites triggered safe mode in space
2 months, 1 week ago

Isro aborted SpaDeX docking after satellites triggered safe mode in space

India Today  

The Indian Space Research Organisation aborted docking the two satellites, part of the Space Docking Experiment docking, marking the third postponement of this crucial mission on Sunday morning. The latest attempt, which began just after midnight, saw Isro successfully narrow the distance between two satellites from 230 meters to 15 meters using the slow drift technique. As a precautionary measure, …

Will Isro be third-time lucky? It attempts docking SpaDex's Chaser, Target satellites today
2 months, 1 week ago

Will Isro be third-time lucky? It attempts docking SpaDex's Chaser, Target satellites today

Firstpost  

The SpaDeX project is a cost-effective technology demonstrator mission for the demonstration of in-space docking using small spacecraft, according to ISRO ISRO on Sunday said the two satellites launched to perform space docking experiments were brought within three metres and then moved safely back in a trial attempt. The PSLV C60 rocket, carrying two small satellites – SDX01 and SDX02 …

ISRO Trial For Historic Space Docking Brings Satellites Within 3 Metres
2 months, 1 week ago

ISRO Trial For Historic Space Docking Brings Satellites Within 3 Metres

ABP News  

The Indian Space Research Organisation, on Sunday, said that the two satellites which were launched by it to perform a space docking experiment have attempted a trial run and reached up to “15 metres and further to 3 metres”. “SpaDeX satellites holding position at 15m, capturing stunning photos and videos of each other!” SpaDeX Docking Update: SpaDeX satellites holding position …

SpaDeX Brought 3 Metres to Docking in Trial
2 months, 1 week ago

SpaDeX Brought 3 Metres to Docking in Trial

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: The Indian Space Research Organisation announced a major advancement in its Space Docking Experiment on Sunday, revealing that two satellites successfully approached within three metres before safely retracting during a trial attempt. The docking process will be conducted after further data analysis.” The SpaDeX mission, launched on December 30, aims to demonstrate in-space docking using small spacecraft. SpaDeX is …

ISRO SpadeX Mission: Two satellites closing in for ‘exciting handshake’, capture stunning photos, videos of each other
2 months, 1 week ago

ISRO SpadeX Mission: Two satellites closing in for ‘exciting handshake’, capture stunning photos, videos of each other

Live Mint  

ISRO SpadeX Mission: The two satellites launched by Indian Space Research Organisation were closing in for an "exciting handshake", the space agency said early Sunday, January 12. Earlier in a post on X, ISRO said, "At 15 metres, we see each other clearer and clearer, we are just 50 feet away for an exciting handshake," In another post on X, …

SpaDeX Mission | ISRO succeeds in nudging two satellites closer in docking trial
2 months, 1 week ago

SpaDeX Mission | ISRO succeeds in nudging two satellites closer in docking trial

The Hindu  

The Indian Space Research Organisation early on Sunday announced that the SpaDeX satellites-SDX01 and SDX02 were moved within three metres in a trial attempt. “SpaDeX Docking Update: At 15m we see each other clearer and clearer, we are just 50 feet away for an exciting handshake,” the space agency posted on X. SpaDeX Docking Update: SpaDeX satellites holding position at …

Isro SpaDeX docking: Satellites moved back to safe distance after trial attempt
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2 months, 1 week ago

Isro SpaDeX docking: Satellites moved back to safe distance after trial attempt

India Today  

The Indian Space Research Organisation conducted a trial attempt at docking its two satellites parts of the Space Docking Experiment mission in the wee hours of Sunday. Isro earlier expressed excitement about the proximity of the satellites, stating, “At 15 m we see each other clearer and clearer; we are just 50 feet away for an exciting handshake.” The agency …

SpaDeX mission: Satellites moved back to safe distance after 'closing in 3 meters for handshake'
2 months, 1 week ago

SpaDeX mission: Satellites moved back to safe distance after 'closing in 3 meters for handshake'

India TV News  

SpaDeX mission: The Indian Space Research Organisation successfully conducted a trial docking attempt under its Space Docking Experiment mission early on Sunday. ISRO said that after the trial, the docking process has been stopped and satellites moved back to a safe distance. Two satellites 'closing in for exciting handshake' The two satellites launched by ISRO to perform space docking experiment …

ISRO's SpaDeX mission postponed for the third time: Here's why
2 months, 1 week ago

ISRO's SpaDeX mission postponed for the third time: Here's why

India TV News  

The Indian Space Research Organization's Space Docking Experiment mission faced a setback despite getting very close to its target. ISRO reported that they successfully reduced the distance between the two satellites from 15 meters to just 3 meters, but ultimately decided to move them apart for further data analysis before making another docking attempt. This latest attempt kicked off just …

SpaDeX Satellites Positioned 230 Metres Apart, ISRO Says Spacecraft's Health Status 'Normal'
2 months, 1 week ago

SpaDeX Satellites Positioned 230 Metres Apart, ISRO Says Spacecraft's Health Status 'Normal'

ABP News  

Bengaluru, Jan 11 The two Space Docking Experiment satellites that the ISRO aims to unite in orbit are currently separated by a distance of 230 m, with their health status deemed 'normal', the space agency said on Saturday. ISRO successfully launched the Space Docking Experiment mission on December 30. The PSLV C60 rocket carrying two small satellites, SDX01 and SDX02, …

SpaDeX docking mission: Isro shares latest update, says satellites are healthy
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2 months, 1 week ago

SpaDeX docking mission: Isro shares latest update, says satellites are healthy

India Today  

The Indian Space Research Organisation continues its ambitious Space Docking Experiment, making steady progress despite recent technical challenges. TECHNICAL CHALLENGES The mission has faced multiple delays, with initial docking attempts scheduled for January 7 and 9 being postponed due to unexpected satellite drift. This mission is crucial for India's future space exploration ambitions, including potential moon missions, sample return operations, …

SpaDeX docking: Spacecraft are at distance of 1.5 km, to come closer on January 11
2 months, 1 week ago

SpaDeX docking: Spacecraft are at distance of 1.5 km, to come closer on January 11

The Hindu  

“The two Space Docking Experiment satellites that ISRO is hoping to unite are at a distance of 1.5 km and will be brought much closer on January 11,” the space agency said on Friday. The SpaDeX space docking experiment has so far missed two publicly announced schedules, on January 7 and January 9. A day ahead of the docking planned …

Isro SpadeX docking update: Satellites in hold mode, separated by 1.5 km
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2 months, 1 week ago

Isro SpadeX docking update: Satellites in hold mode, separated by 1.5 km

India Today  

The Indian Space Research Organisation has provided a significant update on its SpaDeX mission, announcing that the two spacecraft are currently in a hold mode at a distance of 1.5 kilometers apart. Originally scheduled for docking on January 7, the SpaDeX mission faced delays due to unexpected satellite drifting during maneuvering. SpaDeX Docking Update: Spacecrafts are at a distance of …

SpaDeX satellite docking: Here's the latest update from Isro
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

SpaDeX satellite docking: Here's the latest update from Isro

India Today  

Days after it postponed the docking of the two satellites, the Indian Space Research Organisation has announced a positive update regarding its Space Docking Experiment mission. The SpaDeX mission aims to demonstrate critical technology for autonomous docking in space, a capability essential for future missions involving large payloads and complex operations. With both satellites weighing approximately 220 kg each, the …

SpaDeX docking: ISRO arrests drift between satellites
2 months, 2 weeks ago

SpaDeX docking: ISRO arrests drift between satellites

The Hindu  

The Indian Space Research Organisation, which had postponed the planned docking of the two SpaDeX satellites, has arrested the drift between the spacecraft. “SpaDeX Docking Update: The drift has been arrested and spacecraft put in a slow drift course to move closer to each other. On Wednesday hours before it was scheduled to carry out the SpaDeX docking experiment, ISRO …

SpaDeX docking: Satellites drift arrested, spacecrafts put closer to each other, says ISRO
2 months, 2 weeks ago

SpaDeX docking: Satellites drift arrested, spacecrafts put closer to each other, says ISRO

India TV News  

ISRO announced on Thursday that it has arrested the drift between satellites in its ambitious Space Docking Experiment and set the spacecrafts in a slow drift course to move closer to each other. The Space Docking Experiment is a pivotal project, which is designed to develop and demonstrate the technology needed for spacecraft rendezvous, docking, and undocking using two small …

Isro postpones SpaDeX docking: Here's the reason behind it
Top News
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Isro postpones SpaDeX docking: Here's the reason behind it

India Today  

The Indian Space Research Organisation postponed the docking of its Space Docking Experiment satellites for the second time late on Wednesday night. The delay was announced after the agency detected that during a manoeuvre to bring the two satellites closer — targeting a distance of 225 meters — the drift exceeded expected levels following a non-visibility period when the satellites …

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