The Indian Space Research Organisation has initiated an ambitious phase of its SpaDeX mission, with the two satellites involved gradually increasing their distance from each other. This strategic manoeuvre sets the stage for the much-anticipated "space chase," a key milestone in India's advancements in satellite docking technology. "The ability to dock satellites autonomously opens doors for future missions like constructing …
The Indian Space Research Organisation on Monday successfully launched SpaDeX as its final mission of the year. **EDS: IMAGE VIA ISRO** Sriharikota: ISRO's PSLV-C60 carrying SpaDeX and its payloads, lifts off from the first launch pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, Monday, Dec. 30, 2024. SpaDeX lifted off at 10 pm, after being rescheduled by two …